SHELBOURNE have snapped up Sligo Rovers midfielder Ellis Chapman to bolster their options for their title defence.
Chapman, 23, impressed at the Showgrounds last season having joined from Cheltenham Town.
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He becomes Damien Duff’s third close-season signing, following the arrivals of wingers Ryan O’Kane and Daniel Kelly.
Chapman said: “I am absolutely delighted to be here, I’m looking forward to playing for and representing everything all that Shelbourne football club is.
“Shels is a huge club which aligns with my ambitions.
“I can’t wait to meet everyone and play at the home of Tolka Park, the home of the champions.”
Manager Damien Duff added: “I was very impressed with Ellis all last season and even more so when I had a meeting with him recently.
“He has a real football brain and sees the game so clearly for such a young man.
“Ellis can play a few positions but most importantly brings big stats.
“I am really excited to have him play here and to help him take his game to the next level.
“He is a great signing that will elevate the quality of the squad again.”