Pilgrims pick up Gallagher

Rovers striker arrives on season-long loan

Last updated: 30th August 2008

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Plymouth have signed Blackburn striker Paul Gallagher.

Gallagher arrives at Home Park initially on an emergency loan which will then become a season-long loan deal before the close of the transfer window.

The Scotland international was keen on a loan move away from Blackburn as he is well down the pecking order at Ewood Park.

Pilgrims boss Paul Sturrock believes the 24-year-old will prove a key addition to his squad.

"He is a six-footer, which is important, and gives us a range of attacking options. He has the advantage that he can play in a variety of forward positions," Sturrock told the club's official website.

Gallagher is relishing the prospect of getting some regular action under his belt.

"I am looking forward to getting some games under my belt and helping Plymouth climb the table."