Oxford United striker Will Goodwin signs for Gillingham

The 24-year-old arrives at MEMS Priestfield Stadium after leaving the Yellows last month at the end of his contract.

Godwin joined United from Cheltenham Town in January 2024 on what was described at the time as a long-term deal.

Across his time at Oxford, he has featured intermittently in league and cup competitions, making just 11 competitive appearances and scoring one goal.

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Goodwin officially becomes a Gillingham player on Wednesday, July 1, and has outlined what he feels his strengths are and what fans can expect from him.

In an interview with his new club, the forward said: “After speaking to the manager, his philosophy and playing style suit me to a tee.

“Attacking crosses. I like to get in the box, and having spoken to the manager, he likes his wingers or full-backs to do that [get crosses in], so it seemed like a great move for me to come here and use my best attributes, touches in the box and setting up players for first-time shots.

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“I am really excited to be here; it’s a great club.”

Goodwin says he was keen to get a move sorted quickly so he could get settled in the area before players return for pre-season testing.

He added: “I really wanted to get in early doors and get settled because I knew I’d have to move, so I like to get settled in an area that I may not be familiar with before pre-season starts.

“I don’t know any of the boys here; I have probably played against a few, but it will be like a first day of school.”