Lincoln City bring in John Marquis and Brooke Norton-Cuffy

John Marquis scored 36 goals for Portsmouth in all competitions after joining them in 2019

Lincoln City have signed Portsmouth striker John Marquis on a contract to the end of the season.

They have also brought in Arsenal's 18-year-old full-back Brooke Norton-Cuffy, 18, on loan for the rest of 2021-22.

Marquis, 29, scored four goals in 24 games for Portsmouth this season.

"John is a proven goalscorer who adds experience to the squad and provides something we've missed while Tom Hopper has been out injured," said Imps manager Michael Appleton.

Following the postponement of Tuesday's game at Rotherham, Marquis could make his debut against Plymouth on Saturday, but details of any transfer fee have not been disclosed.

"When chances are created, I want to get on the end of them, which is the best way I can help the team," said Marquis, whose Portsmouth deal was due to expire at the end of the season.

Brooke Norton-Cuffy has been capped by England at Under-18 level

Norton-Cuffy has yet to make a senior appearance for Arsenal but has been a regular in their under-23 side this season.

"Lincoln are well known for their development of players, especially loan players, and there's a pathway for me here - getting men's football will help my development," he said.

The Imps are 18th in the table, four points clear of the relegation places.

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