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Forres Mechanics legend Stuart Knight transfer listed by Buckie Thistle after arrival of Mark Ridgers





FORRES Mechanics legend and league-winning goalkeeper Stuart Knight has been transfer listed by Buckie Thistle.

The arrival of Mark Ridgers from Inverness Caledonian Thistle means that Knight (36) will get less game time with the Jags, prompting him to hand in a transfer request.

Buckie have accepted the request and the Elgin-based 36-year-old, who was signed from Forres Mechanics last summer, will be seeking a new club.

Stuart Knight in action for Forres Mechanics. Picture: Becky Saunderson
Stuart Knight in action for Forres Mechanics. Picture: Becky Saunderson

In his short time at the Jags, Knight won the Highland League and played at Parkhead against Celtic - where he made a number of impressive saves.

Before that, Knight was at Forres for 17 years, becoming a fan favourite. Whether a return to Forres is on the cards is currently unknown, but Forres did sell goalkeeper Lee Herbert to Turriff United. Currently, Corey Patterson is the Cans number one.

Speaking about Knight, Buckie manager Lewis Mackinnon said: “He has only got a year left and wants to be playing regular football while he’s still reasonably fit.

Buckie keeper Stuart Knight. ..Picture: Daniel Forsyth..
Buckie keeper Stuart Knight. ..Picture: Daniel Forsyth..

“He’s won a league title and played a huge part in the Scottish Cup run so it was a memorable season. He’s a gentleman and a great Highland League goalkeeper.”

Euan Storrier - another ex-Forres player, may also leave Buckie in this window. Another goalkeeper may arrive in order that he can go on loan.

“Euan has also expressed desire to play regularly but he's contracted until 2027,” Mackinnon said.

“We are looking to source a young goalkeeper, and maybe if we get a young goalkeeper in to learn from Mark then Euan can go on loan.”



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