Second signing of the day for Raith Rovers

Raith Rovers announced their second signing of a manic Monday with the return of a familiar face.
New Raith signing Aidan Connolly in action for Falkirk last season.New Raith signing Aidan Connolly in action for Falkirk last season.
New Raith signing Aidan Connolly in action for Falkirk last season.

Attacking midfielder Aidan Connolly has signed a two-year deal after leaving Falkirk.

It’s the 25-year-old’s second spell at Stark’s Park having spent a four-month spell under former boss Ray McKinnon in the second half of the 2015-16 season.

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Connolly counts Queens Park, Dundee United, York City and Rovers’ Fife rivals Dunfermline among his former clubs, along with a loan spell at Brechin City.

He told Raith TV he was happy to return.

"It’s good to be back,” he said, “I like the way they play and I really enjoyed it here last time.

"I’m more experienced now and it’s good that I know the club.

"They did well last season and they’ll be looking to push on again and get to the next stage and get promoted.

"Hopefully I can help.”