BLACKPOOL have signed Burnley midfielder Alan Mahon on-loan for the rest of the season.

The 30-year-old Republic of Ireland international will go straight into the squad for Saturday’s crucial match against Saints.

Mahon has not started a game for Burnley this season, having also played for Blackburn, Wigan and Tranmere.

He is Blackpool’s 19th loan signing of the season.

Burnley boss Owen Coyle said: “Alan is someone I have so much time for.

“I hold him in very high esteem.

“I gave him my word that if something came up I would let him go and play.

“He’s been unfortunate in that Chris McCann is the first pick in his position and I think he knows that.

“He has been a terrific servant for me at this football club and I’ve no doubt he will do his best to keep Blackpool in the Championship.”

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