Andy Scott says the chance to work under Oran Kearney was a big factor in his decision to move to Coleraine.
The 22-year-old becomes the latest player to switch Larne for the Bannsiders following the likes of Conor McKendry, Lee Lynch and Dean Jarvis who have made the move in recent seasons.
Scott, who is in line to make his debut at home to Portadown this afternoon as Coleraine look to extend their 10-game unbeaten run, revealed the positive reports from those players also played a key part in his decision to move to The Showgrounds.
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"You always hear how good a manager Oran is, but when you actually speak to him he comes across lovely, he's just so honest and someone you want to work for," said the Castlederg native.
"That's another massive reason why I wanted to come here.
"After speaking with Oran I felt it was a really good fit for me.
"Hopefully it's a place I can push on in my career.
" I obviously know a few of the lads here already and they all have very positive things to say.
"Lynchy hasn't been off the phone to me.
"No, listen he hasn't a bad word to say about the place and that was another reason why I decided to come here.
"Hopefully the fans see how hard I work and how honest I am and they take to me."
Meanwhile, Bannsiders captain Stephen O'Donnell has become the latest player to commit his long-term future to the club.
O'Donnell has signed a three-and-a-half year contract to remain at The Showgrounds until the end of the 2025/26 campaign.
“When players enter their 30’s, it is often the case that they are only offered one-year deals but we have never been that club,” said Kearney.
“Stevie is someone we trust and is an important person and pillar.
“Stevie has consistently played at a high level since arriving here and he’s been a major part of our recent good form.
“As club captain, he certainly comes to the fore both on and off the pitch and we are delighted with this news.”
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