'The decision was very quick' - Cork City striker Djenairo Daniels joins Kilmarnock

“I’m very happy to be here. I couldn’t wait until everything was done," Daniels told the club's official website.

ON THE MOVE: Djenairo Daniels has left Cork City and joined Kilmarock. Pic: Thomas Flinkow/Sportsfile.

Cork City striker Djenairo Daniels has officially joined Kilmarnock on a two-year deal after an undisclosed agreement was reached between the sides.

The 23-year-old joined the Rebel Army on a short-term deal back in April and scored five goals in 12 Premier Division appearances for the club.

City had been hoping to keep hold of Daniels, who has impressed since coming in to replace the injured Ruairí Keating, until the end of the season as they look to avoid relegation but he has instead opted to join the Scottish Premier League side.

“I’m very happy to be here. I couldn’t wait until everything was done, I’m finally here now, so I’m happy about that," Daniels told the club's official website.

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“The decision was very quick, because it’s a big stage, a big opportunity for me and my career. That was the decision I had to make for myself, and it was the best I am sure.”

“The chats with him (the Kilmarnock manager) were positive. He talked about how he wanted to play and what his plans were, and that I would fit perfectly in his plans. His ambitions match mine so that is what I want.”

Manager Stuart Kettlewell added: “Djenairo is one that we’ve been aware of for a while and his qualities are clear to see.

“He’s been playing consistently recently and we’re confident he will come in and hit the ground running, and that he can add to the quality we already have in the squad.

“He’s joins up with the squad today and we’re looking forward to working with him.”