St Johnstone defender Gareth Rodger joins Ballymena United on loan

St Johnstone defender Gareth Rodger has joined NIFL Premiership side Ballymena United on loan.

The 21-year-old will join the Sky Blues until at least January, subject to international clearance, in a move facilitated by ex-Ballymena and current St Johnstone manager Tommy Wright.

Sky Blues boss Glenn Ferguson told BBC Sport: "I'd like to thank Tommy for his help and I look forward to seeing Gareth in action."

Rodger joined St Johnstone in 2010 and has also had loan spells with Montrose and Brechin City.