Arfield switches to Livingston after Falkirk exit

Scott Arfield has signed a short-term contract with Livingston until the summer after being released by Falkirk; the 37-year-old midfielder asked to leave after limited starts since Falkirk's return to the Premiership.

Scott Arfield has joined Livingston on a short-term deal after being released by Falkirk. The 37-year-old, who has been capped 30 times by Canada, returned to Falkirk in February after leaving Bolton Wanderers and helped them win the Championship and gain promotion. He asked to be released last month after struggling to secure a regular starting place in the Premiership. Livingston's manager David Martindale has brought him in as part of several January signings as the club seeks improved results. Key details: - Arfield signed a short-term contract with Livingston that runs until the summer. - He is 37 years old and has been capped 30 times by Canada. - He returned to Falkirk in February after leaving Bolton Wanderers and was part of their Championship-winning promotion campaign. - Arfield made four league starts for Falkirk this season, scored four goals in 20 appearances overall, and opened the season with two goals in a 7-0 Premier Sports Cup win over Brechin City. - He is Livingston's fourth signing of the January window; the club also added Joshua Zimmerman, Alex Tamm (on loan), and Emmanuel Danso. - Arfield will wear the number 37 shirt at Livingston, while Emmanuel Danso will switch to number 20. Summary: Arfield's move provides Livingston with an experienced midfield option on a short-term deal as manager David Martindale looks to improve the club's league position. The contract runs until the summer and he joins several other January arrivals. Undetermined at this time.