Robbie McDaid expects his first Big Two derby with Linfield to be a "tasty" affair.
The striker officially became a Blues player on Friday after his Glentoran contract expired, the former Leeds United forward signing a two-year deal at Windsor Park.
McDaid has now set his sights on goals and trophies with his new club. And he is already anticipating a hot reception when Linfield and Glentoran meet in the Premiership.
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He told Linfield's YouTube channel: "I am sure it will be tasty and there will be plenty of boos. But it's football and I have made a decision now I wanted to make.
"I am delighted to be here and can't wait to kick on and win plenty of trophies. It has been difficult the past two or three months.
"Obviously I was training on my own and then for the past couple of weeks I have been off in pre-season. I missed the trip to Marbella with the lads which was frustrating.
"But I have been keeping myself ticking over and professional in my approach. I feel I am at a good enough level in terms of match fitness.
"Hopefully over the next couple of weeks I can sharpen up and get back to 100 per cent."
Reflecting on his high-profile move to South Belfast, McDaid said: "I am delighted to get it done and dusted. I think it's been in the pipeline for a fair amount of time.
"So it feels great to get it done and dusted and get in the door. There are a couple of reasons why I joined Linfield.
"I have known the manager for a very long time, and having been in the league the past couple of years I know what Linfield are about.
"It is about trophies and success and that's what I want to achieve in my career. I want to have success and have no regrets.
"For me, after speaking to the club, Willie (McKeown) and the gaffer it was a no brainer to join."
McDaid admits Linfield boss David Healy was "massively influential" in bringing him to Windsor Park. Their friendship dates back to when McDaid played youth football.
"He was massively influential bringing me here. I have known the gaffer for eight or nine years, probably from when I was in youth football," he added.
"We always stayed in touch, and it is always nice having someone of that stature in the game who takes the time to speak to you and offer you advice.
"My relationship with the manager has been excellent and that had a massive part to play. From speaking to him, it made my mind very clear."
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