Lee Trundle signs one-year contract at Preston North End

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Lee Trundle

Former Swansea City striker Lee Trundle has signed a one-year contract with League One side Preston North End.

The 35-year-old, who has scored more than 100 goals in the Football League, was without a club after Neath were wound up by the High Court in May.

Trundle had been on trial at Deepdale, playing in two pre-season friendlies.

The Liverpool-born forward was a prolific scorer in the lower divisions with Wrexham and Swansea, and cost Bristol City £1m, external in August 2007.

He becomes Preston's 13th signing of a busy summer for manager Graham Westley.

Trundle told the club website:, external "I'm delighted to join a massive club.

"Although we are in League One, the club should be a lot higher and I am looking forward to being a part of this season and getting the club promoted."

Chairman Peter Ridsdale added: "His performances in the two pre-season games have impressed the manager and the supporters alike.

"I am delighted he has agreed to join us. He wants to be a part of what we believe could be something special for Preston North End."

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