Raith Rovers respond to reports over interest in Falkirk's Louis Longridge

Raith Rovers manager John McGlynn has addressed speculation linking the club with a move for out-of-contract Falkirk winger Louis Longridge.
Raith Rovers have not made an approach for Falkirk's out-of-contract winger Louis Longridge.Raith Rovers have not made an approach for Falkirk's out-of-contract winger Louis Longridge.
Raith Rovers have not made an approach for Falkirk's out-of-contract winger Louis Longridge.

"It was news to me when I seen it," was McGlynn's response when questioned about reports suggesting that Raith were hoping to lure a key player from one of their League One title rivals.

"I've got to say that I've been impressed with him when he's played against us," McGlynn added.

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"We are looking for a particular player, but we think we've probably got players like him."

Longridge previously spent six months at Raith on loan from Hamilton during the 2015-16 season, helping Ray McKinnon's side achieve a place in the Premiership play-offs, before losing to Hibernian.

The 28-year-old's contract expired on Saturday and while he is still in discussion with Falkirk over a possible renewal, other clubs are also believed to have made enquiries.