Plymouth Argyle Manager Wayne Rooney, has lauded the signing of English-born Ghanaian young midfielder Darko Gyabi signing ahead of the upcoming 2024/25 season.
The club announced on Tuesday 2nd July, 2024 that the 20-year-old midfielder has agreed to a season-long loan deal from Leeds United, which will see Darko spending his second stint as a Pilgrim.
Gyabi joined Argyle in January 2024, on loan, and caught the eye in ten appearances, the last from the substitutes’ bench
.Argyle Head Coach Wayne Rooney said: “I heard really good reports about Darko from his time with Argyle last season and since watching him closely I was really keen to bring him back to the club.
“He fits the profile of midfielder I like to have within the squad, as he is good on the ball, powerful and athletic, and will fit the style of play I am looking to implement.
“It is a really exciting time with the squad due back for pre-season this week – I am delighted that Darko will be a part of that. ”Director of Football Neil Dewsnip added:
“We are thrilled that Darko has agreed to join us again for the season. “We saw real glimpses of his ability during his short spell at the club and were all disappointed when his season finished early due to injury. “He loved his time here and was really keen to come back. He will complement Wayne’s midfield options perfectly.
He is young and has a real hunger to prove himself at this level and beyond. “He will join up with the squad in time for pre-season and we look forward to having him back with us.”
