Harrogate Town v Exeter City – Arrival of winger Simon Power further proof of Town’s ambition

Harrogate Town have certainly not been sluggish in their attempts to refreshen their squad at the start of 2021 to help consolidate their cherished status as a league club.
By Leon Wobschall
Published 19th Jan 2021, 06:00 BST
Updated 19th Jan 2021, 11:49 BST
INCOMING: Simon Power, in action on laon at King's Lynn against Portsmouth earlier this season. Picture: Kieran Cleeves/PAINCOMING: Simon Power, in action on laon at King's Lynn against Portsmouth earlier this season. Picture: Kieran Cleeves/PA
INCOMING: Simon Power, in action on laon at King's Lynn against Portsmouth earlier this season. Picture: Kieran Cleeves/PA

Six signings have arrived already this month, with the latest being Norwich City winger Simon Power, who has joined on a permanent basis.

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Former Republic of Ireland under-21 international Power, 22, has previously spent loan spells at Dutch club Dordrecht, Ross County and most recently, Kings Lynn Town.

BUSY MONTH: Harrogate Town manager Simon Weaver. Picture: Danny Lawson/PABUSY MONTH: Harrogate Town manager Simon Weaver. Picture: Danny Lawson/PA
BUSY MONTH: Harrogate Town manager Simon Weaver. Picture: Danny Lawson/PA
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Harrogate manager Simon Weaver said: ““He is a real pacy player who is very direct in his style and I think he will excite the supporters.”

Power could be handed a debut in tonight’s rearranged fixture as Harrogate seek their first three points on home soil since October 17.

Last six games: Harrogate LLWLWL; Exeter LWLDLD.

Referee: S Oldham (Lancashire).

Last time: The two sides have never played at Harrogate.

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