'This is where I want to be' - Grant Leitch opens up on Berwick Rangers loan move

Berwick Rangers loanee Grant Leitch has explained the reasoning behind his decision to join the Borderers on a temporary agreement from Kelty Hearts.

The 19-year-old will spend the remainder of the 2026/27 campaign at Shielfield Park, and has expressed his eagerness to build his experience in the senior game.

He said: “I wanted to come down here to gain first team experience and play men's football, because I've not really played that much. I came down here, I spoke to the gaffer, and the gaffer obviously wanted me in here. I've just enjoyed my time, enjoyed training the other night. After training I was like, ‘This is where I want to be, this is the club where I want to go on loan and show my ability’.”

On his preferred position, Leitch added: “I would probably say a six, a wee bit deeper in midfield, but I can play anywhere in midfield. I've got loads of ability - probably my main ones are my energy and my passing.”

Reflecting on the decision to sign Leitch, Rangers boss Kevin Haynes said: "Despite his young age, Grant has already shown that he possesses the qualities required to succeed at senior level. With first team experience under his belt at Kelty Hearts he adds some real competition to an already strong midfield. He is an intelligent and composed midfielder who is comfortable in possession and has a real desire to improve further. Throughout my conversations with Grant, it was clear that he is ambitious, hungry to develop, and fully committed to what we are trying to build here."