Shrewsbury sign Doncaster defender Anderson

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Tom Anderson started his career at Burnley, but did not make a senior first-team appearance

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Shrewsbury Town have signed Doncaster Rovers defender Tom Anderson on a two-year deal.

Anderson played 251 times for Doncaster, most recently helping the club win the League Two title this season.

The 31-year-old initially arrived at the Keepmoat Stadium on loan in January 2018, before signing permanently four months later.

He is Shrewsbury's first signing of the transfer window following the team's relegation to League Two and he will officially become a Salop player on 1 July.

Anderson told the club website:, external "I first heard about the contract on Monday. I was delighted to get it over the line and done quickly.

"I had a great time at Doncaster, but everything comes to an end.

"I will give 100% commitment, I will put my body on the line and be a really good defender but I am also very capable of playing good football."

Director of football Micky Moore added: "He's a player we've identified as possessing the qualities and character that we feel have been lacking in the squad.

"He has a strong presence both on and off the pitch, he is a leader, and he arrives having played a key role in Doncaster's title-winning campaign.

"Tom brings a wealth of experience, I think his arrival is a real coup for the football club."