Coleraine boss Ruaidhri Higgins has celebrated summer signing Jay Henderson as “a very dynamic attacking player” following a move for the former Scottish top-flight winger.

The 24-year-old has experience across Scotland’s Premiership and Championship divisions following times on the books at St Mirren, Ayr United and Ross County – plus a cup final appearance against Celtic at Hampden Park with Inverness Caledonian Thistle.

“I'm extremely excited by what Jay can provide for us,” said Higgins following confirmation of the signing. "He's a very dynamic attacking player who has a lot of talent and I've no doubts that he will excite our supporters.

"We've obviously lost players in that area of the pitch this summer and Jay brings a real quality to our squad and he's capable of changing the game in an instant.

placeholder image — Coleraine manager Ruaidhri Higgins. (Photo by Desmond Loughery/Pacemaker Press)

"How we play will suit his game and the talent around him will also bring the best out of him.

"Jay is on holiday until mid-June and we will look forward to introducing him to the group when he arrives."

Henderson views the Irish League switch from Scotland as “an opportunity I am really looking forward to”.

“It’s a different league and environment and the plans that the club have are exciting and something I look forward to being part of,” he said after joining last season’s Premiership runners-up and Irish Cup winners. “The success the club had last season is something that we can hopefully build on and have more of.

"For me personally the chance to play European football and compete for trophies is front and centre of why I wanted to come and after speaking to the manager it only strengthened that feeling.

“Looking at the footage from the Irish Cup final, it’s clear to see we have a terrific fanbase and hopefully next season we can enjoy more good memories together.”

Coleraine’s Charity Shield showpiece with Irish League champions Larne has been scheduled for Friday, July 3 at Inver Park from 7.45.