Lavinier impressed on 'trial' in recent cup outings against Newcastle United PL2 and Carlisle United – on non-contract forms – and supplied the assist for Kieren Donnelly against the Cumbrians last weekend.

With fellow right-back Jordan Cropper sidelined for the foreseeable future, the 24-year-old former Swindon Town, Forest Green Rovers and Yeovil Town player has now penned a permanent deal with the club – and will continue to wear squad number 40.

Welcome onboard, officially, Marcel…