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Fleetwood Town agree deal to sign Portadown teenager Sam Glenfield

Young Portadown teenager Sam Glenfield has earned a move to English League One side Fleetwood Town.

Fleetwood have agreed a deal for the 17-year-old who made 10 senior appearances during his time at Shamrock Park.

Glenfield has been a rising talent at Portadown, after making his first-team debut against Coleraine in October 2020 at the age of 15.

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A youth international, he also featured in Gerard Lyttle's Northern Ireland squad for last week's Under 18 double-header against Manchester United at the SuperCupNI.

Portadown said on their website: "Portadown Football Club can confirm that a deal has been agreed with English side Fleetwood Town which will see 17 year old striker Sam Glenfield join the Sky Bet League One side.

"Sam, who signed a 3 year professional contract at Shamrock Park last summer, made his senior Portadown debut against Coleraine in October 2020 at the age of 15 and would go on to make 10 first team appearances during his time at the club. He has also represented Northern Ireland at U16, U18 & U19 levels.

"Fleetwood Town, who are currently managed by former Celtic and Scotland midfielder Scott Brown, were established in 1997 and finished 20th in last season League One table.

"Everyone at Portadown Football Club wish Sam every success at Fleetwood Town and thank him for his efforts during his time at Shamrock Park."

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