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We labelled Rob as a target at the beginning of August after hearing through a network of trusted football people of his obvious talents. Having watched him a number of times over recent months he has displayed real quality both in his defensive and offensive work. Strong, combative and a good passer of the ball he certainly fits the bill in what we have been looking for and we are delighted to have secured his services.<\/p>\n
He’s started the season at Reading City FC who we thank for their help in making this a smooth process and wishing Rob the best with his future.<\/p>\n
Jason Bristow: ‘We’re really pleased to have signed Rob. We’ve asked a number of our players to do a job at left back in recent months, all of which have done really well, but we are pleased to now have a natural left back – particularly one of Rob’s quality. He’s amongst a really good group here so we are sure he will settle in quickly and continue to develop.’<\/p>\n
Rob Gerrard: ‘I’m really excited by the opportunity and it’s something I have been working towards. I’ve already trained with the boys this week and the quality of the team is really impressive as was the intensity in which they train. I am looking forward to getting started and helping Basingstoke win games.’<\/p>\n
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