Dunfermline Athletic have signed Sam Cleall-Harding from Dundee United on a season-long loan. Dunfermline Athletic announced the signing, stating that Sam Cleall-Harding is a highly-rated defender who progressed through the ranks at Tannadice and gained valuable first-team experience during the 2024/25 campaign. Dunfermline Athletic welcomed Sam Cleall-Harding to KDM Group East End Park and wished him success during his time with the club. United boss Jim Goodwin commented that it is a brilliant move for Sam Cleall-Harding and allows him to go and express himself at a side that is coming off a very strong season. Jim Goodwin said it was important this summer to find a club where Sam Cleall-Harding could play a series of games and continue his development by playing regularly. Jim Goodwin stated that they all look forward to seeing how Sam Cleall-Harding performs and wished him and Dunfermline all the best for the upcoming season.