Exeter City Strengthen Squad with Vincent Harper Loan
Exeter City Football Club has signed Walsall's Vincent Harper on a season-long loan, bringing experience and physicality to the team. The 25-year-old Kenya international re-joins the Grecians a year after being released by the Devon club.
What happened?
Exeter City have signed Walsall's Vincent Harper on a season-long loan. Harper scored three goals in 65 appearances over a two-year spell at St James Park before leaving and agreeing a two-year deal at Walsall. He made 37 appearances in all competitions for the Saddlers last season.
Why it matters for Exeter City Football Club
Harper's experience in League One and Two will be valuable for Exeter City, who are currently 21st in the league with 49 points from 46 games. They are 54 points behind leaders Lincoln and have scored 52 goals this season, conceding 61.
What comes next?
Harper could make his debut in Exeter's trip to Grimsby Town on Saturday. Exeter manager Matt Taylor said, "Vinnie is a player who is familiar with our fans and knows the football club really well and some of the current squad from his previous spell with us."
The loan signing is a boost for Exeter City, who are looking to improve their squad ahead of the new season. Harper's experience and physicality will be valuable assets for the team, and he could be a key player in their upcoming matches.
