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Warrenpoint Town goalkeeper signs deal with Fleetwood Town

Warrenpoint Town goalkeeper Stephen McMullen has secured a move across the water after signing a two-year deal with Fleetwood Town.

McMullen has been with Warrenpoint since the age of 14 and matured through the age ranks at Milltown.

The 17-year-old went on to earn first-team experience in the Irish Premiership and is now heading to EFL League One outfit Fleetwood.

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"After joining Warrenpoint Town at the age of 14 and making my way through the academy squads it’s been a pleasure to represent the first team and play in the Premiership," he told Warrenpoint's website.

“I would like to thank everyone at the club for their support and to the coaching staff players and backroom team for making everything possible.

“A special thanks to Barry and the board for making this move to Fleetwood Town possible it’s something they have been working on for a while and to have the backing from the club in this way is fantastic.

“I can only wish the club nothing but success and best wishes for the future I’ve enjoyed every minute of my time and have learned a lot from my experience, to WTFC the staff the players and the fans thank you.”

Warrenpoint added: "All at Warrenpoint Town FC thank Stephen for his service to the club and wish him all the best in the bright future ahead."

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