Oxford United have signed Brentford attacking midfielder Myles Peart-Harris on a short-term contract until the end of the season.
The 23-year-old played 30 games for Swansea last season, scouring four goals and contributing three assists, and has also had spells at Forest Green Rovers and Portsmouth
Peart-Harris recently made his fourth Premier league appearance as a late substitute in a 4-2 win over Everton, and signs in time to be available for Friday’s FA Cup third round tie away to MK Dons.
“I can’t wait to get started and make my mark,” he told the club website., external
“It’s a short-term deal, but this is a great opportunity for me to show my qualities and make a real impact in the Championship.
“I enjoy scoring goals and creating chances, but I also pride myself on working hard for the team.”
Oxford United are 23rd in the Championship, three points adrift of safety. The U’s are the joint fourth lowest goal scorers in the division with 25.
“Myles is a very direct player with the fitness, pace and intelligence to make an immediate impact,” said head of football operations Ed Waldron.
“He gives us real attacking threat and versatility in the final third and, importantly, has a work ethic and mentality we value.”