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Gray’s way is just right for Brewer Nick

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The Non-League Football Paper Team
19 July 2026

NICK Akoto says Matt Gray’s vision for Eastleigh convinced him to join the Spitfires after leaving Burton Albion, writes HARRY WHITFIELD.

The 27-year-old right-back arrives at the Silverlake on a free transfer after the League One outfit announced the termination of his contract, bringing an end to his two-year spell with the Brewers.
The American-born defender had spent several years playing and studying in the United States before returning to England.
“I’m excited to be here,” Akoto told the club’s website on linking up with Gray’s Spitfires....

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