Saxon Earley | First Interview

The lure of the Green Army was a major factor in attracting Saxon Earley to Argyle.

Our second signing of this transfer window, on the just the second official day of it, has arrived on a permanent deal for an undisclosed fee from Norwich City, having spent the first part of the season on loan to Stevenage in Sky Bet League Two, whom he left in second in

Now, he has come to Home Park to get involved in another promotion push, this time for the League One-topping Pilgrims.

“I’m really excited to play for Argyle,” Saxon said. “I’m buzzing, I can’t wait to start, to get out there and meet the fans.

“When a club like Argyle come in for you, doing so well, it’s hard to turn down such a good club. To me, there wasn’t much doubt at all. I was delighted when they showed interest, and here I am, and really looking forward to it.

“[I was attracted by] the style of play, the position in the league and the fanbase, seeing the sell-outs at home and away, it doesn’t matter where it is, there is always a big following. That was a big draw. I’m really looking forward to playing in front of the Argyle fans, and soaking up the atmosphere.”

Argyle have an in-form player in Earley. In his 27 games for Stevenage he earned strong reviews for his energetic performances on the left side, and he says that his experience at the Lamex Stadium was a very positive one.

Prior to that, having progressed through the Norwich City academy system, he crossed paths with another Canary who has been a revelation on loan to Argyle this season: Bali Mumba.

“I know Bali,” said Saxon, "He was on loan most of last season, but he came back and I played in the Under-23s with him for a while. He’s a really nice guy, and he has come in and done brilliantly for himself. I’m really happy for him, and looking forward to training with him again.

“I came through Norwich youth and went on loan to Stevenage for this season. I did really well, really enjoyed my time there. I learned a lot at Stevenage. It was my first professional men’s [experience]. The boys there were great, we did really well. We’ve done much better than anyone expected. There were a few ups and downs, but luckily more ups than downs.”

Asked for a message for the Green Army, Saxon outlined the kind of attitude they can expect from their newest acquisition.

“I’ve come here to do my best to keep it going in the right direction, hopefully, for the rest of the season and onwards,” he said.

“Every time I put on the shirt – whether that is training or the match – I’ll give everything I’ve got. I like to think I am a hard-working, 100% sort of player – I hope the fans agree! I’ll tackle, I’ll run, I’ll try my best for them.”