CONNAH'S QUAY NOMADS beat the transfer deadline to sign Adam Barton on-loan until the end of the season.

The Welsh Premier League title chasers have secured the services of the 28-year-old from Scottish Championship side Dundee United.

The midfielder arrives at the Deeside Stadium with a wealth of experience that includes over 60 appearances in the Scottish Premier League at Partick Thistle and Football League game time with Preston, Portsmouth and Coventry City.

Barton, who has one senior international cap for Northern Ireland, is available for today's trip to Newtown after receiving clearance yesterday.

Nomads boss Andy Morrison is delighted to have added Barton to his playing ranks.

He said: "We're delighted to sign Adam on-loan until the end of the season.

"His experience and quality will definitely add to the squad."