Alex MacDonald: Gillingham sign forward after release from Mansfield Town

Alex MacDonald made 33 appearances for Mansfield last season, scoring once in a 2-1 win at Walsall

Gillingham have signed former Mansfield Town forward Alex MacDonald following his release by the Stags.

The 30-year-old played under Gills boss Steve Evans at Field Mill in 2017-18.

After starting his career with Burnley, MacDonald has had spells with Falkirk, Inverness Caledonian Thistle, Plymouth, Burton Albion and Oxford United.

"It's been a weird summer but to finally get signed is a relief and, after training this week, I'm really excited," he said.

The length of MacDonald's contract has not been disclosed.

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