Josh Ginnelly thanks 'classy' Saddlers fans as Walsall enjoy busy start to transfer window

Former Wolves winger Jarvis has signed for the Saddlers on a temporary basis from Norwich on a deal that runs until the end of the season.

The 32-year-old, who once cost West Ham in excess of £10 million, has struggled with an ankle problem over the past two-years.

But manager Dean Keates hailed his arrival as a major coup for the club.

“It’s a massive coup for the club,” Keates said.

“Matt is a fantastic player, someone who has Premier League quality and has done really well in the Championship.

"With Josh moving on, we identified this as a position to strengthen and Matt brings an immense amount of quality and experience.

“His quality will shine through in this division and we’re confident he will hit the ground running.

“He has fantastic ability and a very good end product. He also adds a little bit more experience to the squad having played in the top two divisions.”

Jarvis has arrived as a direct replacement for Ginnelly who completed his move to Preston North End for an undisclosed fee.

The 21-year-old has impressed in 25 outings for the Saddlers this season after rejoining the club on a free transfer from Burnley in the summer.

But news of PNE's interest in the former Shrewsbury trainee broke ahead of Walsall's clash at Peterborough earlier this month.

And he hasn’t featured in a match day squad since with the winger agreeing a two-and-a-half year deal at Deepdale.

"I would just like to say a massive thank-you to Walsall FC," he said.

"I can't thank the people of this club enough for all the support/guidance they have given me, especially the gaffer and his staff.

"But the opportunity that's been given to me is one I can't turn down.

"I'm still young but I have worked hard for this. Thank-you for all the good luck messages Saddlers, very classy.

"I feel this is the next step for me to keep progressing and learning as a player and person.

"I wish the club and the lads all the best for the season/future."