We’re delighted to announce the signing of Kieran Mitchell on a season long loan from Raith Rovers.

The 20-year-old forward came through the youth ranks at Hearts, alongside current East Fife players Ryan Schiavone and Sean Docherty, before moving on to Fife Elite then signing on at Stark’s Park in the summer of 2021.

Kieran spent the majority of last season on loan at fellow League 2 side Bonnyrigg Rose where he scored 3 goals in 24 appearances for the New Dundas Park side during the last campaign. He scored his first goal, the equaliser, for his parent club in a 2-2 draw against Partick Thistle earlier the month.

Speaking to East Fife TV, Kieran said: “I played against East Fife last season at Bonnyrigg, and I thought they played very good football and a type of football I’d like to play with good passing & movement. I’ve been keeping my eyes on the team and knew that if they were interested then I was definitely thinking about this move”. (Full interview)

Manager Greig McDonald added: "I'm delighted to bring Kieran to the club as he's someone we've been monitoring for a while. He's very quick, direct and will bring energy to our front line. He offers us a different attacking option and will fit in well with the group".

Kieran will join up with the team ahead of Saturday’s match against Dumbarton.

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