Ryan did not manage a first-team goal for the Imps

Former Lincoln City striker Ollie Ryan has said he is delighted to join his hometown club Boston United.

Ryan, who left the Imps towards the end of last season, signed a contract with the Pilgrims earlier this week.

The 23-year-old told BBC Radio Lincolnshire: "It has been a difficult decision with United getting relegated but Boston are still a big club.

"I know it's a drop in standard but if you are scoring goals at whatever level, people will have a look at you."

I used to watch Boston every week in the Town End and now I will be running out every week Ollie Ryan

He added: "Hopefully I can score a few goals to help Boston get promoted and see what happens from there.

"When I was younger I used to watch Boston every week in the Town End and now I will be running out every week."