Dundee Football Club has strengthened its development pathway by entering a second cooperation agreement of the season, this time with Forfar Athletic. The deal, confirmed by the club's official website this week, sees young players Ethan Crombie and Luca Perrie immediately join the League Two side on loan.
This follows a similar arrangement with Montrose earlier in the campaign, which made Charley Oosenbrugh eligible for both clubs. The Scottish FA initiative behind these agreements is designed to give emerging talents more competitive playing time, a strategy Dundee is actively utilising. The club currently sits 6th in the Premiership with 7 points from six games, scoring 7 goals and conceding 6.
Who are the players moving to Forfar?
Ethan Crombie made his senior debut for Dundee in their Premier Sports Cup group stage win over Airdrieonians back in July. Luca Perrie has been featuring for Dundee B in the KDM Evolution Trophy this season, scoring a penalty in their most recent fixture against Peterhead. Both players were immediately involved for their new club, appearing in Forfar Athletic's league fixture against Stranraer on Saturday. Everyone at Dundee Football Club wishes the pair well for their spell at Station Park.
How does this fit with Dundee's season?
While the first-team focuses on Premiership action, managing the development of the next generation remains a key parallel operation. The club's squad page details the full roster, with young players like Crombie and Perrie now gaining vital experience elsewhere. Dundee's recent league form reads LDLWW, and they are eight points behind leaders Celtic in the title race. Securing regular football for prospects is seen as essential for long-term squad building.
What is a cooperation agreement?
These partnerships are a formal mechanism within the Scottish football system to help player movement, specifically loans, between clubs. They are part of a structured effort to bridge the gap between academy football and the senior game. The agreement with Forfar Athletic is Dundee's second such deal this term, indicating a committed approach to this development model. It allows players to move without the formalities of a standard loan window, providing flexible solutions for all parties involved.
What's next for the first team?
Tony Docherty's side now prepares for its next Premiership challenge, a home match against St Mirren on December 26th. St Mirren are currently 3rd in the table, making it a significant test. Fans can track the build-up and all future matches on the club's fixtures schedule. The team will look to improve its standing from 6th place when domestic action resumes after the international break.
