Partick Thistle Sign Nathan Eccleston

Partick Thistle have signed former Liverpool striker Nathan Eccleston until the end of the season. The 23-year-old arrives at the Scottish Premiership club as a free agent after he was released by Blackpool at the end of last season.

What happened?

Eccleston will bring some experience to Alan Archibald’s squad having spent time on loan at Huddersfield, Charlton, Rochdale, Tranmere, Carlisle and Coventry in the past five years.

Why it matters for Partick

A statement from Partick read: “We are happy to confirm that the manager has been successful in his stated aim of adding to his squad - signing striker Nathan Eccleston.

What comes next?

Nathan started his playing career with Bury but was recruited by Liverpool when he was just 15 years old. Eccelston made his first team debut for Liverpool as a late substitute in a Carling Cup tie away to Arsenal in October 2009 and made his Premiership debut against Fulham later that month.