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Gaël Bigirimana has left Motherwell to join Hibernian on a permanent basis.

The Burundi international made 57 appearances for the Steelmen and scored three goals during his spell at Fir Park.

Bigirimana, 25, moved to the club from Coventry City in the summer of 2017 and was part of the squad which memorably reached two cup finals in the 2017/18 campaign.

“I’ve loved my time at Motherwell,” he said on his departure. “It’s been a memorable 18 months for me and my family.

“I would like to thank everyone at the club, from the coaching staff to the fans, and wish them all the best in the future.”

Manager Stephen Robinson added: “We would like to thank Gaël for all he has done at the club.

“He has seen his opportunities restricted in his time here, especially because of the emergence of Alan Campbell and David Turnbull.

“Everyone at the club would like to wish him well for the future.”

Motherwell host Livingston in the Ladbrokes Premiership, searching for their fourth consecutive league win.

The fixture is the first of a busy spell for the Steelmen, with five games falling in February.

Here, we look at Saturday’s meeting in numbers.

Three

The total number of points separating the two sides ahead of Saturday’s game.

Livingston currently sit eighth with 30 points, whilst the Fir Parkers sit three points behind in ninth.

A win for ‘Well would not likely be enough to move them above the Lions in the table though, due to the gulf in goal difference.

Eight

No side in the bottom half of the table has a better defence at home than Livingston, who have conceded just eight goals on their home turf this season.

However, the Steelmen have the second-best record out of those six sides, having shipped just ten all term.

In contrast, Livi have struggled in front of goal away from home, scoring just seven times away from the Toni Macaroni Arena.

13

The Lions return to the top flight means the two sides met at Fir Park for the first time this season in 13 years.

They’ve only gone head-to-head on nine occasions in Lanarkshire, with the Steelmen losing two and winning four.

Saturday’s clash will be the tenth encounter with the Almondvale outfit at Fir Park.

Start the second half of the season off right by grabbing one of our great hospitality deals at our next Ladbrokes Premiership matches at Fir Park.

Livingston and Hearts visit on Saturday, 2 February and Sunday, 17 February respectively.

Here are the packages we’ve got on offer for you to choose from and enjoy.

The Centenary Suite

Priced at £65 for adults for our pay bar offering, or £95 for an inclusive bar for the game with Hibernian, or £90 and £120 respectively for the other two matches, you can enjoy a three-course lunch, before taking in the game in comfort in our Phil O’Donnell stand.

With half-time refreshments and a chance to unwind in our suite after the match, it’s the perfect way to watch a match with us at Fir Park.

What’s more, season ticket holders can upgrade to our pay bar package for just £45 per person.

You can buy quickly and easily online for the games with Livingston or Hearts right now. Alternatively, give us a call on 01698 333333 to speak to one of our hospitality team.

Fancy something different?

If you’d prefer just light refreshments before the game, but arguably an even better seat in the house in our director’s box, then there’s also our Millennium Suite.

With complimentary drinks one hour before and after the game, snacks on arrival and at half-time and a ticket for the match, for £75 per person you can come and enjoy our hospitality.

You can buy online for the games with Livingston or Hearts right now. Alternatively, give us a call on 01698 333333 to speak to one of our hospitality team.

Want to watch the game indoors?

Sometimes the elements don’t make for the best occasion to sit out in the stand. Don’t worry though, we’ve got your covered with our Cooper and South Stand boxes.

Our Cooper Boxes provide an easy way to get in from the cold with a seat in our glass-fronted boxes. What’s more, you can also enjoy half-time refreshments in the Cooper Bar.

Priced at £40 for a season ticket upgrade or £48 to buy, we’ve got availability online now for Livingston and Hearts.

Our similar boxes in the South Stand come with a range of great packages for you to enjoy, or better still use to entertain at any of our Premiership fixtures.

Our South Stand Box package is our ultimate one, providing you with a three-course meal, inclusive drinks, armchair seating and half-time refreshments for £130 per person.

Our Bois Club package allows you to arrive 90 minutes before the game and enjoy a hot buffet and inclusive drinks for an hour before kick off, as well as half time pies, for £70 per person. You can upgrade to spirits for an extra £20.

Grab these deals online now for the games with Livingston or Hearts right now. Alternatively, give us a call on 01698 333333 to speak to one of our hospitality team.

There’s also our Cooper Bar

Our Cooper Bar is also open from 11am on the day of the match, and offers a casual setting for you to catch up with friends ahead of the game.

With great burger and beer deals, plus plenty activities for the kids, it’s a great place to build up to the match.

Broque Watson and George Newell have both gone out on loan until the end of the 2018/19 season.

19-year-old winger Watson, a summer arrival from Celtic who impressed for the young Steelmen during the IRN-BRU Cup campaign, has joined League One side East Fife.

Darren Young’s men are currently third in the table, one point behind Raith Rovers, as they look to secure a play-off spot for the right to earn a place in the Scottish Championship.

George Newell, 22, has joined Peter Morrison at Albion Rovers.

Newell was a product of the Everton youth academy and made his senior debut for Bolton in the English Championship, before moving to Motherwell in the summer of 2017.

After a promising debut against Rangers at Fir Park, his 18 months in Scotland have been plagued by injuries. Now fit, he joins Kevin Harper’s team as they look to try and overtake Berwick Rangers and move away from danger.

Both remain eligible to play for Maurice Ross’ reserves between now and the end of the campaign.

It’s time to vote for your Tullibardine Player of the Month for January.

The Steelmen have picked up two positive Ladbrokes Premiership results in the first month of 2019, defeating Hibernian and Dundee.

To vote, head to our Facebook page and follow the instructions.

David Turnbull has been the man whose goals won both those games, with the 19-year-old then being rewarded with a new two-and-a-half year deal.

Liam Grimshaw has been an all-action part of the defence which has kept two league clean sheets, with his box-to-box energy rightly earning him plaudits.

Another academy product, Jake Hastie, has burst onto the scene in January after returning from a positive loan spell at Alloa Athletic. A first goal for the club in the William Hill Scottish Cup tie with Ross County was then followed up with starts in the two league fixtures, where he showed his talent.

Mark Gillespie is also another strong contender. Keeping two shutouts in the league, the goalkeeper has continued his form as a safe pair of hands between the sticks.

Aaron Taylor-Sinclair has left the club to join English League Two side Crewe Alexandra on loan until the end of the season.

The 27-year-old left back joined from Plymouth Argyle in the summer, but a series of injuries have restricted him to just five league starts in claret and amber.

He joins Crewe as they hunt for a play-off spot, the Railwaymen sit just nine points behind sixth-placed MK Dons.

“Aaron arrived having previously excelled in the Scottish Premiership with Partick Thistle and, having won a move south to the English Championship at the time, we were excited to add him to our squad last summer,” Motherwell boss Stephen Robinson said.

“Whilst his ability is unquestionable, a number of frustrating injuries have prevented him from really getting going at Fir Park.

“We felt it best and fair on everyone to give him a fresh start elsewhere.”

Everyone at Motherwell Football Club would like to thank Aaron for his effort whilst at the club. As his contract with us will expire at the end of his loan spell, we wish him every success in his future career.

Motherwell’s game with Rangers has been moved to Sunday, April 7.

The match was originally due to be played at Fir Park on Saturday, April 6.

The new kick-off time is at 12.30pm and the game will be broadcast live on Sky Sports.

The fixture is the Steelmen’s last in 2018/19 before the Ladbrokes Premiership splits in two.

Motherwell head to Paisley on Wednesday, 6 February in pursuit of another three Ladbrokes Premiership points.

The Steelmen were victorious against St Mirren in their last trip west, pushed on by a strong travelling support.

Tickets are available online now or from the Fir Park ticket office. Buy your tickets in advance to avoid queuing at the ground.

Fans who require ambulant or wheelchair access should contact Andy Sim on 07428 225254 or email tickets@mfcdsa.com.

Motherwell Football Club are delighted to confirm David Turnbull has signed a new two-and-a-half year contract at the club.

The 19-year-old midfielder has been a revelation since winning his place in the first team, scoring five times in 13 starts in claret and amber this term.

The Scottish youth international had four months left on his previous deal, but has now extended that until the summer of 2021.

“We’re delighted David has agreed to extend his contract,” manager Stephen Robinson said.

“It’s to his credit that he has rejected the possibility of a more to a bigger or so-called more lucrative club in favour of continuing his development here, playing first team football,”

“He’s made a brilliant start to his Motherwell career, but he also knows that he can get even better if he continues to work hard and continues to learn.

“He’s joined other academy graduates such as Allan Campbell, Chris Cadden and Jake Hastie who are now imposing themselves on the first team.

“The positive news for the club is that we have others hot on their heels with the likes of Barry Maguire, Adam Livingstone, James Scott and more close to making their own impact.”

A Motherwell fan who joined the club at the age of nine, Turnbull says it was the natural choice to stay at Fir Park.

“I am really pleased to get this deal over the line and to have my immediate future sorted,” he said.

“I can kick on now, keep getting games under my belt, keep trying to do what I’m doing and hopefully it could be the start of something.

“I think I’ve made a decent start, but I know I’ve got a lot to learn and the place for me to do that is at Motherwell.”

Motherwell host Livingston on Saturday, looking to build on three back-to-back Ladbrokes Premiership wins.

Stephen Robinson’s men have defeated Hamilton, Hibernian and Dundee and take on the Lions looking to pull level with them on points.

Tickets are available online now or from the Fir Park ticket office.

A family ticket for one adult and two children aged 15 and under is available for £28, or £24 in the John Hunter Stand.

Fans who require ambulant or wheelchair access should contact Andy Sim on 07428 225254 or email tickets@mfcdsa.com.

Away fans will be housed in the South Stand and cash turnstiles will be available on the day.