Gray moves to the Championship club from Saudi Pro League outfit Al-Riyadh. "Once we knew the severity of Muhamed’s injury, we moved quickly to bring in a striker to replace him," said Rooney. "Andre is a striker of real quality and has played and scored goals at the highest level.

Plymouth Argyle have signed former Watford and Burnley striker Andre Gray on a short-term deal. The 33-year-old was a free agent having left Saudi Arabian side Al-Riyadh in the summer and will be available for Saturday’s Championship clash with Blackburn, subject to international clearance.

Gray, 33, has joined the Pilgrims as a free agent on a contract until January after the long-term hamstring injury to Muhamed Tijani