Born in the Republic of Ireland on 9th August 2000, the striker Ruari Paton currently plies his trade at Dundee United. With a lithe figure of 5ft 9in (1.77m) and a moderate weight of 10st 3lb (65kg), Paton is adept at forging a path through defences with the number 21 jersey adorned on his back. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value stands approximately at £170k. His time at Dundee United is nearing an end, with his contract set to expire on 31st May 2025.
Starting his professional career in Scottish football, Paton joined East Kilbride in the Lowland League in July 2019. A year later he elevated to Stranraer in League Two. This move marked a significant step in his burgeoning career, laying down solid performances for the team during the 2020 season.
In July 2021, Paton transferred from Stranraer to Queen of the South in League One. Paton's debut season in 2022-2023 was fruitful, as he notched up 15 goals from 28 first team appearances. His performances didn't go unnoticed and he moved again in July 2023 to Queen's Park in the Championship. At this higher level, Paton esteemed himself well, stepping up to make 36 first team appearances and recording an impressive tally of 17 goals in the 2023-2024 season.
His goal-scoring exploits generated interest from Port Vale in England’s League Two, resulting in a transfer in July 2024 for an undisclosed fee. Highlighting his escalating presence in football, Paton secured a loan move to Dundee United in Scotland’s Premiership in January 2025. Though in his early days at Dundee United, Paton has made his mark with nine first team appearances in the 2024-2025 season. He also made one appearance as a substitute in the Scottish Cup 2024-2025, adding to his growing stature in Scottish football.
