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Alebiosu eager to repay Robinson's faith

Alebiosu eager to repay Robinson's faith

BBC News04-02-2025
Ryan Alebiosu is keen and ready to repay Stephen Robinson's faith in him as the manager finally captured his signature at St Mirren.The defender has long caught the eye of Robinson and such interest from his boss fuels the 23-year-old's confidence."The gaffer has been keeping an eye on me for a while and has tried to get me in in the past," Alebiosu said after agreeing a loan move from Belgian Pro League side K.V. Kortrijk on deadline day."It obviously didn't work out previously, but knowing he wants me here really gives me confidence. I want to give my all for him and show what I can do."There is a good bunch of players, good lads and a good environment. I can't wait to get started."Alebiosu is no stranger to Scottish football, having spent time at Kilmarnock in 2022-23, but he assures he's better prepared for the physicality of the game this time around."Scottish football is more physical and that's what I experienced before when I was younger at Kilmarnock," he told club media."I've had more experience since then so I just can't wait to kick on and get myself ready."
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