Former TNS defender Connell Rawlinson moves on to Notts County
Former TNS defender Connell Rawlinson has moved to Notts County.
The 27-year-old made 35 senior appearances for Port Vale in the Football league last season.
His contract with Port Vale was terminated with a year remaining on it, allowing him to sign for the Magpies.
Rawlinson joined Port Vale last summer, following the expiration of his contract from The New Saints.
Upon signing for the Vanarama National League side, Rawlinson said: “As soon as I knew there was a chance of signing, I wanted to come here and push on.
“This is a massive club with a great fanbase and the manager and his assistant told me I’d love to play here.
“It was a no brainer for me and a massive opportunity – there was no hesitation to drop down a division.
“You’ll always get 100 percent from me. I’m an old-fashioned centre half who’ll give everything for the badge.”
Rawlinson will work under former Cardiff City player Neal Eardley.
Ardley after signing the central defender commented:”People that have played and worked with Connell have given us glowing feedback about his character and mentality.
“We felt at this stage he would be the perfect sort of player to come in. He’s got a voice, experience, he’s very good in the air and is an intelligent player.
“He’s had a good pre-season so I’d have no hesitation throwing him in against Stockport if needed.”
Before joining Port Vale, he spent a total of eight years at Park Hall, making 192 appearances.
Rawlinson was captain in Wales’ 3-2 defeat to England in the C International in 2018.
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