Cheltenham Town are on the verge of signing left-back George Nurse after his recent departure from Shrewsbury Town, according to Gloucestershire Live.
The 26-year-old defender originally moved to Shrewsbury in July 2021, following interest from Cheltenham and the decision of then-manager Steve Cotterill to bring him to the club. Despite facing injury challenges, Nurse made 77 League One appearances for the Shrews during his tenure.
Before his time at Shrewsbury, Nurse gained valuable experience on loan at Newport County AFC and Walsall while contracted to Bristol City. He began his senior career in non-league football with Weston-super-Mare during the 2018/19 season.
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Earlier this season, Nurse featured in five matches for Shrewsbury before going on loan to National League sides Yeovil Town and Solihull Moors, with his final appearance for Solihull coming on December 30.
Versatile across defensive positions, Nurse is capable of playing as a left-back, left centre-back, or wing-back. His move to Cheltenham will mark a reunion with Steve Cotterill, under whose leadership he previously flourished.
Following his official departure, Shrewsbury Town released a statement: “Everyone at Shrewsbury Town wishes Nursey and his family the very best for the future and we thank him for all his efforts during his four-and-a-half years with us.”
Cheltenham Town are gearing up to host Leicester City in the third round of the FA Cup this Saturday, with a sell-out crowd expected for the 12:15 pm kickoff.