Liam Shephard: Salford City sign defender after he turns down new deal at Newport County
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Liam Shephard made 52 appearances in all competitions for Newport County last season
Salford City have signed former Newport County defender Liam Shephard after he turned down an offer of a new deal with the Exiles.
The 26-year-old came through Swansea's academy and has also had spells with Peterborough and Forest Green.
After joining Newport last season, Shephard helped the club reach the League Two play-off final at Wembley.
"It wasn't an easy decision, at Newport I had a really good season last year with them, got to the play-off final."
He added: "It was tough but I went with my gut feeling.
"The project of this club and where it wants to go, I think my gut feeling was to come and sign here and that's what I've done and I'm happy to get it done."
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