Raith Rovers: Jamie Gullan explains his reasons for leaving to join St Johnstone

Gullan, 25, who remarkably had five different spells at Raith between 2018 and 2025, turned down the chance to remain in Kirkcaldy in favour of joining a Saints side who will play in the same William Hill Championship as Rovers in 2025-’26 after being relegated from Scotland’s top flight.

He told club media: “I am over the moon to be here. As soon as the club were in touch and I had chats with the gaffer, I just wanted to get things done as quickly as possible.

“I am so excited to get back for pre-season and to meet all the players now. It is an exciting time to be at the club and a fresh challenge for me.

“I have spoken to the gaffer (Simo Valakari) two or three times now. Every time I speak to him, I get a good feeling. We have discussed how I will fit in.

“I am looking forward to working under him. Hopefully he can improve me as a player and hopefully I can help improve the squad too.”

When asked to describe the type of player he is, Gullan added: “I am an attacking player who will leave everything out on the pitch. I will run myself into the ground every game. I want to give everything for this club.

“I know a lot about St Johnstone already as my brother-in-law is a massive supporter. For the past few years I have been given a weekly report on how the club is doing and he always tells me how amazing the fans are. I can't wait to meet and play in front of everyone at McDiarmid Park.”