Wealdstone sign striker Wilson Waweru from Cobh Ramblers
25-year-old forward joins National League club after impressing in pre-season trials
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Wealdstone Football Club have strengthened their forward line with the permanent signing of Wilson Waweru. The 25-year-old striker joins from Cobh Ramblers in the League of Ireland, where he played his most recent professional football.
Waweru has also spent time at Sligo Rovers and Galway United during his career in Ireland. He trained with Wealdstone during pre-season and caught the attention of manager Gary Waddock with his performances.
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Manager praises new signing
Gary Waddock spoke about the new arrival on the club’s official website. "Wilson has impressed us throughout pre-season with his movement, work rate and quality in the final third," he said. "He gives us another strong attacking option and we're really pleased to have him with us."
Waweru’s signing follows a period of pre-season trials with the club. His experience in the League of Ireland is expected to add depth to Wealdstone’s squad as they prepare for the upcoming National League campaign.
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What happens next
Waweru will now join Wealdstone’s first-team squad for the remainder of pre-season. The club have not announced when he will be available for selection, but he is expected to feature in upcoming friendlies. The National League season begins on 17 August 2024.
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+Who is Wealdstone’s new striker?
Wealdstone have signed Wilson Waweru, a 25-year-old striker from Cobh Ramblers in the League of Ireland. He previously played for Sligo Rovers and Galway United and impressed during pre-season trials with his movement and finishing ability.
+What did Wealdstone manager Gary Waddock say about the signing?
Gary Waddock said Waweru impressed with his movement, work rate and quality in the final third during pre-season. He described the signing as adding another strong attacking option to the squad ahead of the new season.
+When will Wilson Waweru be available to play for Wealdstone?
Waweru has joined Wealdstone’s first-team squad and is expected to feature in upcoming pre-season friendlies. The National League season starts on 17 August 2024, where he will be eligible to play.
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