Arran Cocks Signs with Perth St Johnstone, Embarks on Loan to Forfar AthleticArran Cocks Signs with Perth St Johnstone, Embarks on Loan to Forfar Athletic Perth St Johnstone Football Club has announced the signing of 18-year-old winger Arran Cocks to a contract extending until the summer of 2025. The South African-born player immediately joins Forfar Athletic on loan, seeking valuable playing time in League Two. Cocks’ journey to Perth began at Brook House College, a prestigious football academy in Leicester. His impressive trial performances against Huntly, Nairn, and Arbroath caught the attention of manager Craig Levein, resulting in the contract offer. Upon signing, Cocks expressed his enthusiasm, stating that he has worked diligently throughout his life to achieve this moment. He believes that his efforts have paid off and that St Johnstone provides an ideal environment for his growth. Cocks’ loan to Forfar Athletic is intended to provide him with much-needed game experience and confidence. The club’s manager, Craig Levein, emphasized Cocks’ exceptional pace and directness in the final third but acknowledged that he still has room for improvement. Levein hopes that the loan spell will enhance Cocks’ understanding of the Scottish game and prepare him to return to St Johnstone as a more polished player.
We are pleased to confirm that Arran Cocks has signed a contract until the summer of 2025.
The South African-born winger joins Forfar Athletic on immediate loan, where he can gain valuable playing time and experience in League Two.
Cocks attended Brook House College, a renowned football academy in Leicester, before coming to Perth on trial.
The 18-year-old made appearances against Huntly, Nairn and Arbroath and impressed manager Craig Levein before being offered a contract.
After signing his contract, Arran said: “I’m really pleased to get this deal done, I’ve worked my whole life for this.
“I worked hard every day and that proves that hard work always pays off in the end.
“I was born in South Africa and moved to Australia when I was younger. At the age of 15 I decided to go to England on my own to pursue my dream of becoming a professional footballer.
“I’ve had trials at a few clubs but I’ve found St Johnstone and I think it’s a good place to be. I’ve really enjoyed my time here so far.
“My loan period will be good for me. It’s good for me to play some games and gain experience and confidence.
“Hopefully I can score some goals and create some and come back to St Johnstone a better player.”
Manager Craig Levein added: “Arran impressed during a trial at the club and I’m delighted he has committed. At 18, he is still young and learning the game, but his pace and directness in the final third are impressive.
“I hope his loan spell at Forfar will help him get to grips with the Scottish game and I’m sure he will return to McDiarmid Park a better player.”
