Harrogate Town have announced the signing of forward Mason Bennett, who signs a two-year contract with the club.
The 28-year-old arrives having spent the past two seasons in League One with Burton Albion, and takes the number ten shirt at Town.
Speaking about the move, Bennett said:
“I’ve had positive talks with the Manager and liked his ambition and vision for the coming seasons, so it was a no brainer for me.”
“He wants to get the ball forward and wants strikers who buy into the work ethic and pressing, and that suits my game.
“My challenge is the same as it’s always been; do the best I can and play as much football as I can. When you get the team spirit and a group all pulling in the right direction you can create special memories.”
Bennett burst onto the scene as a 15-year-old, coming through the ranks at Derby County’s Academy and becoming The Rams youngest ever player.
The new arrival also currently holds the record for Derby’s youngest ever goalscorer and went on to make 89 appearances for The Rams.
Bennett joins Harrogate with 168 Championship appearances to his name, having joined Millwall after exiting Pride Park and playing over 100 games for The Lions.
Town's Head of Player Recruitment Lloyd Kerry said:
“Mason has a lot of EFL pedigree at a higher level, so we’re really excited he’s on board.”
“We’ve got a good blend of attacking options now and I think we’ll see his quality come out when he plays, he can bring players into play and be really physical up there.
“We’ve had a number of meetings with him and think he’ll fit in really well here, he looks a typical Harrogate Town player who grafts for the badge.”
The transfer is subject to FA and EFL approval.
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