Airdrie United HubAirdrie United have signed former Rangers kid Dapo Mebude, who is looking to reignite his career at the Diamonds. Mebugde hopes to hit a purple patch at Airdrie and help the team return to the Championship.
What happened?
Dapo Mebude signed for Airdrie United after being released by Championship side Arbroath. He made his debut from the bench in Airdrie's 1-1 draw with Elgin City in the Diamonds' opening pre-season friendly.
Why it matters for Airdrie United
Mebude's signing is a significant boost for Airdrie United, who are looking to return to the Championship. The team is currently 9th in the Championship, with 36 points from 36 games, and a recent form of DWDDL.
Current standing
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| League standing | 9th in Championship, 36 pts, 8W-12D-16L from 36 games |
| Goals this season | 35 scored, 49 conceded (-14 goal difference) |
| Title race | 41 points behind leaders ST Johnstone |
| Last result | Airdrie United 1-2 Alloa Athletic (2026-05-09) |
| Recent form | 1W-2D-2L (LLDDW, most recent first) |
Mebude is lucky to be alive after a horror car crash in January 2024, which left him with broken ribs and bruising around his heart. He has had a stop-start career since then, with spells at Dunfermline Athletic, Septemvri Sofia in Bulgaria, and Arbroath.
What comes next?
Mebude believes that Airdrie United boss John Rankin can help him rediscover the form that saw Steven Gerrard hand him his first team debut for Rangers in May 2019. Mebude is hoping to nail down a position at Airdrie United and get goals and assists.
The 24-year-old striker has had a difficult time since his accident, but he is hoping to make a fresh start at Airdrie United. With the team's current standing and recent form, Mebude's signing could be a significant boost to their chances of returning to the Championship.
