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James Piercy

Bristol City confirm departure of goalkeeper to West Country rivals

Bristol City have allowed homegrown goalkeeper Jojo Wollacott to join Swindon Town on a permanent deal.

The academy graduate joined City as a teenager, but never made a first-team appearance.

He has joined Swindon – relegated to League Two last season – on a free transfer, with City holding a sell-on clause.

Wollacott played for Swindon twice last season after being sent to the County Ground on an emergency loan deal, and he has made a permanent switch to Wiltshire in hope of securing regular playing opportunities.

"This is a great opportunity for Jojo to push on and establish himself in first team football and he leaves with our blessing," City player pathway manager Brian Tinnion said.

“Jojo has been a great character around the club - he has remained patient, always worked hard and he has been the upmost professional. We wish him all the best in his future.”

The 24-year-old joined City a decade ago, and he went on to have 10 senior loan spells.

He follows Rene Gilmartin to Swindon, with City's former third-choice goalkeeper being named as John McGreal's assistant manager.

As a result, 19-year-old Harvey Wiles-Richards is set to be elevated to the first-team squad as cover to Dan Bentley and Max O'Leary.

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