HARROGATE Town have completed the loan signing of Dundee striker Emile Acquah, who will stay at the Wetherby Road outfit for the rest of 2025-26.

The former Barrow frontman headed north of the border last summer, having made 82 appearances during the previous two League Two seasons with the Bluebirds, scoring 16 times in all competitions.

Acquah is Town’s third new arrival of the winter window following the earlier loan additions of goalkeeper Henry Gray and permanent signing of defender Grant Horton – and his addition ends the club’s search for a new target man option.

Boss Simon Weaver told BBC Radio York: "We’re really pleased to have him, he's a big striker and we think we can get the best out of him.

New Harrogate Town signing Emile Acquah. Picture courtesy of Harrogate Town AFC.

placeholder image — New Harrogate Town signing Emile Acquah. Picture courtesy of Harrogate Town AFC.

"We’ve wanted a target man for some time, someone who can be a presence in both boxes and help us play the way we want to.

"We’ve watched a fair bit of him and have admired him for quite a long time so are all excited by what he can bring to the club."

Hackney-born Acquah, 25, started his career at Southend United before moving non-league circles at Maidenhead United, with a 13-goal haul in the National League in 2022-23 earning him a move back into the EFL with Barrow.

On signing, the 6ft 3in frontman said: "I've been in this league before and I've played against probably every team in it, so I'm excited to get back to it now.

Acquah has joined Town on loan for the rest of the season from Dundee. Picture: HTAFC

"This is a stadium I like playing at and I feel like I've had good performances here before.

"When you walk in the first day and you see people you know, it helps you settle down much quicker because it can be hard settling into a new environment in the middle of the season.

"My hope is that I can bring a physical presence, some goals and be a striker who works hard for the team.”