THE Mariners have signed Barnsley striker Rhys Oates on an initial one-month loan deal.

Rhys is a product of the Barnsley academy and is described as a powerful front-man, who has the ability to lead the line as the lone-striker. He made his Barnsley debut in our 2-1 win at Crewe back in August and last season he made a good impression on loan at Stockport County.

He will train with the Mariners today and is expected to go straight into the squad which travels to Kidderminster tomorrow.