Fiorini 'excited' for Scottish Premiership challenge

Dundee United midfielder Lewis Fiorini is "excited to take on the challenge" of the Scottish Premiership, having signed on loan from Stockport County.

Fiorini, 22, could make his debut for the Tangerines at home to Rangers on Sunday having been an unused substitute in Monday's Scottish Cup defeat by city rivals Dundee.

He has previously had spells with Lincoln, Blackpool and Charlton, while he has also represented Scotland at under-21 level.

"I'm here to kick on again and test myself in Scottish football," Fiorini said

"I've not played in the Scottish Premiership yet and it's been something that I've been close to doing throughout my career. I'm excited to take on the challenge.

"I've had some real good options in Scotland when I've gone to other clubs or I've wanted to come here and then it fell through for different reasons and it's just not quite worked out. But this one felt good, it felt right.

"I had other options down south, but this was a really good opportunity to play under a manager who spoke so well and play for a team that's clearly flying in the league.

"It always helps when you're coming into a dressing room that's winning rather than one that's losing. I just want to be part of that and help us kick on again."