East Kilbride boss Mick Kennedy has revealed League One Queen of the South snatched midfielder Reegan Mimnaugh from under their noses, as he seeks three more signings to complete his Kilby rebuild.
The Lowland League side were on course to sign the 21-year-old following his release from League One side Hamilton Accies yesterday.
But Marvin Bartley's Doonhamers - who Kilby play in their first pre-season friendly on Saturday - have swooped at the eleventh hour to persuade Mimnaugh that Palmerston and remaining in full-time football is the right move for him.