We are delighted to announce the signing of midfielder AJ Bridge, who joins the club after leaving EFL Championship side Norwich City, subject to SFA and international clearance.

21-year-old Englishman Bridge came through the youth system at Middlesbrough before the Canaries swooped to bring him to Carrow Road in 2024, and spent the second half of last season on loan at Cork City.

Able to operate anywhere across the midfield, Bridge brings talent and versatility to the squad after impressing in pre-season.

Joining up at the Albert Bartlett, he told airdriefc.com: “I’ve really enjoyed it – we’ve had a tough few games this week and I’ve enjoyed getting to know the lads.

“I’m a midfielder who can play anywhere in midfield. I just like to get on the ball and create chances!”

And head coach John Rankin added: “AJ is a very promising young midfielder, obviously he moved from Middlesbrough to Norwich a few years ago and he’s now looking to make the transition into first team football.

“He’s impressed us over the time he’s been here – good energy, good enthusiasm, and really good quality on the ball and he can thread a pass.

“That ability to unlock defences will be invaluable as the season goes on, so I’m delighted to get him in.”

Welcome to the Diamonds, AJ!