Managerless Motherwell bring in former Dundee player Jordan McGhee
Motherwell have confirmed the arrival of former Dundee player Jordan McGhee as their search for a new manager continues.
The versatile 28-year-old, who can play in defence or midfield, has signed a two-year deal with the club holding the option of a further year.
It emerged midway through last season that McGhee had agreed a pre-contract with Well but he continued to play regularly for Dundee, helping them secure William Hill Premiership survival on the last day of the campaign.
The ex-Hearts player made almost 200 appearances in six years with the Dark Blues after moving to Dens Park from Falkirk in 2019.
McGhee is the second new face to check in at Motherwell this summer after Austrian midfielder Lukas Fadinger finalised a two-year contract just days after manager Michael Wimmer departed the club.
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