JUST IN: Former Rovers defender has re-signed for the club 

Tranmere Rovers have announced the signing of defender Declan Drysdale on a one-year contract, marking a return to his hometown of Birkenhead.

Drysdale, who began his career in Tranmere’s youth academy, departed in January 2019 to join Coventry City. He later moved to Newport County in 2022, gaining two years of experience there.

Now 24 years old and with 88 senior appearances, Drysdale will bolster Nigel Adkins’ defensive options.

“It was a no-brainer,” Drysdale said of his return. “When I got the call, I just wanted to get in and prove myself, show what I can do. Happily, it’s all done now, and I can’t wait to get going again.”

Manager Nigel Adkins praised Drysdale’s performance during pre-season training and his participation in three games so far.

“We are delighted that former Academy player Declan Drysdale has returned home to Tranmere Rovers to join our hard-working, ambitious squad,” Adkins remarked.

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