James Connolly: Morecambe sign Bristol Rovers defender on season-long loan

James Connolly helped Bristol Rovers win promotion from League Two in 2021-22

Morecambe have signed Bristol Rovers centre-back James Connolly on a season-long loan deal.

The 21-year-old made 30 appearances in League One for Joey Barton's side last season.

The Wales Under-21 international could make his debut for the Shrimps at home to Salford on Saturday.

"Morecambe are a good club that have a proven track record of helping to develop young players like myself," he told the club website.

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