Kieron Bowie completes Fulham move

Bowie has completed his move to Fulham having signed a pre-contract back in February

Raith Rovers' teenage striker Kieron Bowie has completed his move to English Championship side Fulham having agreed a pre-contract with the London side back in February.

The 17-year old signed on at Craven Cottage earlier this year but stayed in Kirkcaldy till the expiry of his deal this week.

A local lad, Bowie netted ten times last season for the League 1 champions which helped earn him the move down south.

Speaking back in February, Bowie said: “The last year or so has been a whirlwind and dream to play and score in the first team. To now get the chance to join a club the size of Fulham is really exciting and a great opportunity to help progress my career.

"I will be forever grateful for the chance the management team have given me, so it was really important for me to finish the season with Raith. I’m looking forward to joining Fulham and getting started.”

Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn added: “Everyone at Raith Rovers FC are delighted for Kieron who has agreed to join Fulham FC on 1st July. It has been a pleasure working and seeing Kieron develop so quickly, he has improved beyond all recognition in the last 12 months.

"We feel it’s a great opportunity for Kieron to join a club such as Fulham who have a great history and think it will be a good fit for him."