Magennis keep to develop with Dons

Northern Ireland striker Josh Magennis believes he has found the perfect place to develop his game after signing for Aberdeen.

The 19-year-old, who was handed a free transfer by Cardiff City, joined international team-mate Rory McArdle in linking up with Mark McGhee's side this summer. Magennis scored one goal in 10 Cardiff appearances, all but one of which came as a substitute, and he feels he can speed up his progress in the Clydesdale Bank Premier League.

Magennis, who made his Northern Ireland debut against Turkey in May, said: "I came and spoke to Mark and his assistant Scott Leitch and I made the decision it would help me develop my game."

He added: "At Cardiff you have (Michael) Chopra and (Jay) Bothroyd, who are great strikers. For a young lad coming through it's hard to progress.

"Not getting the contract there just makes me hungrier and hopefully that will help Aberdeen.

"When people mention Scottish football you think of the main two, Rangers and Celtic, but I have said from the start it's the most underrated league around.

"When I saw the club and fanbase I felt honoured to play for Aberdeen."