New Blackburn signing David Goodwillie delighted to be playing Premier League football

The striker, who completed his switch from Dundee United on Wednesday, feels there is an exciting season ahead for his new club.

Goodwillie told Blackburn’s official website: “It is a relief it is all done.

“I can settle down now and concentrate on my football.

“I think it is a massive stage to further my career, there’s no better place to play than the Premier League.

“Growing up you always want to play in the Premier League and I’m delighted to be getting that opportunity.

“It is every young boy’s dream to play in England in their career.

“It has come a wee bit early but I’m very happy for that.”

And the 22-year-old, who scored almost 40 goals in just over six years with the Tangerines, is pleased to be part of the plans of Rovers owners Venky’s.

“I think it’ll be a really good season for Blackburn,” said the Stirling-born forward.

“The new owners are exciting and they want players and I’m looking forward to working under them.”

Now raring to go for the start of the Premier League campaign, Goodwillie feels he is at an advantage having already played in the SPL this season.

“I’ve played three competitive games this season already so I’m feeling fresh and ready,” he said.

“We’ve got Kilmarnock in a friendly match on Saturday so I’m really looking forward to that.

“I really can’t wait until next week to get the season under way and I hope it is a good one.”

Goodwillie arrives for a fee believed to be in the region of £2.8 million.