Adam Frizzell’s arrival in the Irish League will bring ‘vital leadership and experience’ – that’s the view of Linfield boss David Healy in celebration at the midfielder’s capture.

Frizzell is on board at the defending Premiership champions having previously joined Derry City following a decade within Scottish football.

The 27-year-old can draw on experience with Kilmarnock, Livingston, Queen of the South and Dumbarton but enjoyed his most successful period over 100 games with Airdrieonians.

Frizzell helped Airdrieonians to Scottish Championship promotion and Challenge Cup glory alongside wearing the captain’s armband.

placeholder image — Adam Frizzell has joined Linfield, with his contract covering 18 months. (Photo by Pacemaker)

That track record has Healy excited over Frizzell’s value across the Sports Direct Premiership following his 18-month contract announcement on a free transfer, subject to international clearance.

“Adam brings vital leadership and experience into the middle of the park,” said Healy on the official Linfield website. “And he comes from a really good pedigree across the water.

"We’ve tracked him for a number of years when he was playing in Scotland...so it’s great to get his signature at the club.

"He plays two or three attacking positions and we’re hopeful he’ll play a key role for us here at Windsor Park and be an important addition to the group.

"I look forward to introducing him to the rest of the team and getting him out on the training pitch this week.”