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Kevin Dawson was born in Dublin and played League of Ireland football for Shelbourne and Sporting Fingal

Forest Green Rovers have signed midfielder Kevin Dawson on an initial one-year deal after he rejected a deal to stay at neighbours Cheltenham Town.

The 29-year-old leaves Cheltenham after two seasons, having also featured for Yeovil Town, Shelbourne and Sporting Fingal in his 280-game career.

Dawson made 35 appearances in total last season, scoring five goals.

"I said to my agent that I was desperate to make it happen," Dawson told BBC Radio Gloucestershire.

"Seeing how they finished last year, I'm hoping they can go one better this year and I hope to be part of that.

"I'm looking forward to improving under the manager as well. He has improved a lot of players over the years and I hope to be another one."

The signing is subject to Football Association and English Football League approval.

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