Blythe is Gainsborough Trinity’s fifth summer signing as new season looms
Ben Blythe has become Gainsborough Trinity's fifth summer signing and played in Saturday's final friendly with his former club Bradford Park Avenue.
The strong, powerful centre back has most recently played for Quorn during pre-season and, following the statement signing of Elliott Whitehouse, the permanent capture of Theo Williams, the exciting recruitment of hot prospect Connor Brown and experienced goalkeeper Callum Hawkins, further strengthens the Holy Blues ahead of this weekend's season opener at home to Workington.
The former Leamington defender started out in the Leeds United youth set-up before joining Doncaster Rovers' academy, progressing to make his first team debut against Peterborough United in 2020/21.
He spent time on loan at Farsley before Championship side Swansea City paid a fee and loaned him to Barry Town for a season in the Cymru (Welsh) Premier League.
Yorkshireman Blythe has also spent time at Bradford Park Avenue and Lincolnshire neighbours Spalding United and Bourne Town and he arrives at Trinity still only 24 years of age with plenty to offer.
Boss Russ Wilcox said: “We’ve known Ben from his Doncaster Rovers days. We believe he will bring quality and competition to the group.
“Playing left back and centre back, his skill set will be a great addition to the squad, creating balance as he is a left footed player, giving more options to change shape if and when required.
“We look forward to working and developing Ben.”
The versatile defender said: “I’m delighted to be here - it’s a great opportunity for me.
“As soon as I spoke to the manager I knew it was somewhere I wanted to be. I can’t wait to get started and have a successful season.”