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Bains joins Gateshead on loan

Gateshead have signed Darlington central defender Rikki Bains on loan until the end of the season.

The 21-year-old, who started his career at Coventry City has also played for Accrington Stanley, Tamworth, Corby and Macclesfield Town, including a loan spell with Blyth Spartans.

Manager Ian Bogie told the Football Conference: "Rikki Bains is a player we have had watched during his time at Blyth, where he is well thought of, and I have received good reports.

"Although still young he has had experience at three Football League clubs and we are providing him with an opportunity that I hope he will grasp."

Bains revealed he is looking forward to his new challenge with the Tynesiders: "It didn't work out for me at Darlington. I was in the side early on and involved in the squad but a new manager came in and I have been out of favour ever since.

"Joining Gateshead is a great opportunity for me. It is a good club going in the right direction and hopefully it will go well for me and I can secure a permanent move.

"I enjoyed my time at Blyth Spartans where I played seven games but I believe I have the ability to play at a higher level than the Blue Square North."

In other news former Sunderland defender Darren Williams has signed for Gateshead until the end of the season.