Sheffield United defender Jili Buyabu joins Motherwell on loan

Published 1st Feb 2024

Motherwell have completed their second deadline day signing with Jili Buyabu joining on loan from Sheffield United.

The 20-year old has made two appearances for the English Premier League side since joining from Hornchurch United.

Buyabu is predominantly a wing-back, but is also capable of playing more attacking roles.

He joins Rangers defender Adam Devine who also joins on a deal until the summer.

The Fir Park side also missed out on securing a return for striker Kevin van Veen who opted to join Kilmarnock.

After completing the deal, manager Stuart Kettlewell told the club's official website: “We have been tracking Jili and I’m please to have him on board.

“He is another bright prospect, who has attracted a number of clubs so far in his career.

“This is a move we’re excited by at the club and feel he can add something to the squad.”

He arrives after an injury to fellow loanee Adam Montgomery.

A club statement confirmed the Celtic youngster has sustained a serious hamstring injury and will be out of action for a number of months.

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