Tranmere Rovers sign two new strikers TRANMERE have completed the signings of strikers Lucas Akins, subject to international clearance, and Adam McGurk on one year contracts this afternoon.
Akins, 21, joins Rovers following a successful week long trial.
He progressed through the Huddersfield Town youth system before making his debut in 2007.He moved to Scottish Premier League side Hamilton Academical in 2008 and spent time on loan at Partick Thistle.
McGurk, 21, is a product of the Aston Villa youth system.
The Northern Ireland under-21 international joined Rovers on trial three weeks ago and signed on a non-contract basis after impressing in a friendly against Liverpool. He was included in the squads against Walsall and Huddersfield Town, came on as a substitute against Bournemouth and scored for the Reserves last week.
Manager Les Parry said: "I'd like to welcome both Lucas and Adam to the Club.
"They've both done really well with us during their time here, have shown excellent attitude and ability and are bright prospects.
"They are hungry young footballers who add to our attacking options and I'm delighted they have both agreed to join us."
Rovers take on Swansea City in the Carling Cup second round at Prenton Park tonight (7.45pm).
Their npower League One campaign continues this Saturday, with an away game against Dagenham and Rebridge at Victoria Road (3pm).
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