Republic of Ireland international Lee O'Connor is to spend next season on loan at Tranmere.
His parent club Celtic have sent the 20-year old to the League Two club to gain first team experience.
O’Connor made his international debut in last November’s 3-1 friendly win over New Zealand, and was recently crowned FAI Under-21 international player of the year.
"I am happy the move is now over the line," the Waterford native told the Tranmere site.
"It is a massive football club, the conversations I have had with the Gaffer, the plans are very intriguing, and you know straight away how he wants to play.
"I spent a long time with Manchester United, so I know the North West well. I can’t wait for the league to start and hopefully I can help the Club achieve what they want to achieve.
"I have learnt a lot from my time at Manchester United, Celtic and playing international football, and I am looking to use that experience to help me push on at Tranmere Rovers."
📺 New #TRFC loan player and @FAIreland international, Lee O'Connor can't wait to get going at Prenton Park.
Watch his first interview at the Club here ⬇️#TRFC #SWA— Tranmere Rovers FC (@TranmereRovers) August 17, 2020
The Wirral club were relegated to League Two after the League One season was settled on a controversial points-per-game basis.
O'Connor is equally at home in midfield or at right-back, and it's a versatility his new manager Mike Jackson is pleased to bring on board.
"There is no secret we have needed a full back in the building. First of all, I would like to thank Celtic for allowing us to sign their player on loan and we are delighted to have him in.
"He is a young lad with an excellent pedigree, and we are looking forward to him. He has a lot of ability, he is good on the ball, he will fit into the group well. He fits the way we want to play."
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