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Liam Dulson Signs for League Two Side Cheltenham Town
In a move that has sent ripples of excitement through the lower tiers of English football, Bedford Town striker Liam Dulson has officially signed with League Two club Cheltenham Town. The 22-year-old forward leaves behind a memorable tenure at The Eyrie, marking a significant step up in his career as he enters the professional football league.
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Dulson's Impact at Bedford Town
The news comes as no surprise to those who have followed Dulson's impressive journey with Bedford Town. A pivotal figure in the Eagles’ promotion-winning campaign in the Southern League Central Division One, Dulson's goal-scoring prowess and versatility on the field made him an indispensable asset to Bedford Town. Reflecting on his contribution, Bedford Town manager Lee Bircham expressed his delight for Dulson's elevation to the Football League.
"I’m absolutely made up for Duls," Bircham said. "He was first class for us last season and a huge part of our promotion campaign. A superb goalscorer and a proper grafter. Plus a terrific lad with absolutely no ego at all, even when asked to play wing-back when it was needed!"
A Dream Move to Cheltenham Town
Dulson’s move to Cheltenham Town represents a dream come true for many non-league footballers. The Robins, coming off a tough previous season that saw them relegated to League Two after a 2-1 defeat against Stevenage on the final day, are looking to rebuild with fresh talent. Dulson's signing is seen as a crucial part of this rebuilding process under the guidance of manager Michael Flynn.
Bedford Town's Well Wishes
Bedford Town also took to social media platform 'X' to wish Dulson well on his new journey. The sentiment was one of pride and appreciation for what Dulson brought to the team.
"Congratulations to Liam Dulson on his move to Cheltenham Town. Liam was a huge part of our season, scoring vital goals and playing various positions when asked. Good luck for the next chapter, Liam."
Dulson's New Chapter
Signing a long-term contract with Cheltenham Town, Dulson spoke to the Cheltenham Town media team about his excitement and the challenges ahead.
"It’s great to be here. It’s been a challenging first few days moving to full-time football but I’m really enjoying it,” Dulson said. "The last few seasons in non-league have been really good, I’ve slowly improved each season with goals and now I think is the time to step up."
Future Prospects
As Dulson transitions from non-league to the professional ranks, expectations are high. His former manager, Bircham, summed it up best: "Go smash it mate!” With his proven track record, dedication, and the right attitude, Dulson is poised to make an impactful contribution to Cheltenham Town in their quest to regain their standing in English football.
The football community will undoubtedly be watching closely as Liam Dulson embarks on this promising new chapter in his career.
