The loan deal which is subject to international clearance from the English Football Association will end in the summer.

"I'm very happy to be here, I've heard a lot good things about the club," Famewo told St Mirren's official webpage.

"I didn't know a great lot about Scottish football but I know Kenny McLean and he's told me a bit about it. I spoke to him about the move as he has links to the club and I was really keen to join.

"The manager has been very welcoming and I'm looking forward to working with him. I'm very excited as it's a great opportunity in a great league."

Predominantly a central defender, Famewo is also comfortable playing as a left back and he will team up with Jonathan Obika at St Mirren.