Olly Mehew: Forest Green Rovers sign teenage striker on professional deal

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Olly Mehew's father David made more than 200 appearances for Bristol Rovers

National League club Forest Green Rovers have signed teenage striker Olly Mehew ahead of the 2016-17 season.

The 18-year-old son of former Bristol Rovers player and Gloucester City manager, David Mehew, has signed his first professional contract.

The former Blackburn Rovers scholar has previously trained with Bristol Rovers.

"I've got to know Olly over the past two years during games against Bristol Rovers," Forest Green's head of youth Scott Bartlett told the club website., external

"He's a good player and one we are keen to add to our ranks."

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