Motherwell have completed the signing of former Manchester United midfielder Liam Grimshaw and also recruited defender Peter Hartley.

Grimshaw was released by English Championship side Preston North End on Deadline Day in order to complete a move back to Fir Park, where he spent the first half of the 2015-2016 campaign on loan.

The 22-year-old, a product of Manchester United's youth academy, enjoyed his first taste of first team action with the Steelmen, making 14 Scottish Premiership appearances.

Central defender Hartley joins from Blackpool on a on-year loan deal. The 29-year old, who has previously played for Bristol Rovers, Plymouth Argyle and Sunderland has been brought in just hours after the departure of Ben Heneghan to Sheffield United.

"I'm buzzing to be back as I only have amazing memories of the club and the supporters," Grimshaw told Motherwell's official website.

"It's by far the best time I've had in football when I was last at Motherwell and it provided me with the launch pad I needed following years in the youths at United.

"I am thankful to everyone at Motherwell for again showing faith in me and I aim to repay it in the best way possible over the next year."

Motherwell manager Stephen Robinson said: "When Grimmy became available it was a no-brainer for us, really.

"Not only does he give us fantastic versatility in that he can play in defence, full-back or in midfield, but he's a superb character who will fit exactly with the type of mentality we're trying to create here.

"He was popular with the supporters too because he's one of these lads who will not only run all day, but is tough in the tackle with a never-say-die attitude. However, it's important to remember that he's got good ability and by the time he moved to Preston, he was providing us with a real threat from midfield.

"I am really looking forward to working with him again."