St Johnstone keen on David Goodwillie - Wright

ST Johnstone boss Tommy Wright wants to sign former Dundee United striker David Goodwillie - but admits his move will come down to cash.

The three-time Scotland cap is training with the William Hill Scottish Cup winners after being released by Blackburn.

David Goodwillie: St Johnstone may move for ex-Dundee United striker. Picture: Ian Rutherfordplaceholder image
David Goodwillie: St Johnstone may move for ex-Dundee United striker. Picture: Ian Rutherford

But Wright is still unsure if he will be able to match the 25-year-old’s wage demands while he waits for Perth chief Steven Brown to confirm his budget.

The Northern Irishman - who wants to bring in three new players - told various newspapers: “David has joined us for some training.

“The club are not in a position to make him an offer now, but training here will help David out and it gives us an opportunity to get into a position to make an offer.

“It’s a chance for David to do a pre-season and get a feel for the place. We can use the time David is here to sell St Johnstone to him.

“David could get a phone call and be away, but hopefully he will be here long enough for us to get something together.

“At the minute, I can’t make any offers. The bottom line is we have 20 players and until I get funds we can’t do anything.”

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