Smith wins Robins chance
23 Feb 2007 - 12:06:03
Bristol City manager Gary Johnson has signed the former Preston North End striker Andy Smith on a two-month contract.
The Northern Ireland international has been able to sign for City outside the transfer window as he is a free agent following his release by Preston last month.
His time at Deepdale was decimated by a series of injuries and he made only five starts for the club.
"I tried to sign Andy once before from Glentoran when I was at Yeovil, but Championship clubs came calling and he joined Preston," Johnson told the club's official website.
"Unfortunately around 18 months ago he picked up a knee injury which set him back. He's now left Preston and has been training with us for a week before signing a contract.
"He's a hard-working striker, who is sharp with good movement. He can also play wide. We're delighted to have him on board."