Gainsborough snap up Brighouse Town forward

The 21-year-old former Sheffield United Academy player appeared 38 times for Pitching In NPL East Division side Town last season, helping them finish the campaign eighth.

Now he will link up with Neal Bishop's Holy Blues as they look to bounce back from last season's play-off semi-final heartbreak against Bamber Bridge.

“I am delighted to have signed for the club and I'm looking forward to working with Bish and my new team-mates for the season ahead," Clarke said.

"I am relishing the opportunity to play a level higher and showcase what I can do to the Gainsborough fans by bringing goals, assists and excitement to them.

“Hopefully I can help the team push again for promotion this season in a competitive league.

"I am looking forward to working hard to achieve this with the coaching staff and players. I cannot wait to get started and begin the hard work for a good season.”

Gainsborough boss Neal Bishop said: “Javelle is someone we have had on the radar since last season. We have kept tabs on him, and monitored him - and thanks to the Board we have managed to get a deal over the line this summer.

"He’s exciting, he’s pacey, he’ll add goals and assists, and we believe he is someone we can work with and help become even better.

"I am sure he will excite the fans in the way he plays and I am delighted to get him on board this early in pre-season.”

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