Louis Appere deal welcomed by Dundee United boss Robbie Neilson as ‘brilliant’ bit of business

Dundee United boss Robbie Neilson seemed almost as pleased to see Louis Appere agree a new contract as sign one himself.

The 20-year-old frontman, like Neilson, has been awarded a fresh deal to keep him at the club until the end of the 2021-22 season.

The United gaffer said: “I’m delighted to get big Louis signed up.

“He is a great prospect.

“We have tried to get it over the line for a while because he is a big asset.

“If he stays here for a few years and fulfils his potential then he can really go onto much bigger things.

“We have tried to get it over the line for a while because he is a big asset. Now that it is done, it is brilliant for the club.”

The player himself said: “I am delighted to sign my contract.

“Going out on loan helped me and working with the coaching staff here is making me a better player.

“Now that the contract is signed it is up to me to continue improving and help myself and the club reach the next level.”