Lincoln City have signed goalkeeper, George Wickens from Fulham on a free transfer.
Wickens came through Fulham’s academy and spent 2021-22 season on loan at Wealdstone – where he made 40 appearances, followed by 13 appearances on loan at Ross County last season,
The 22 year-old’s contract expired last month and he has since decided to move on and join League One’s Lincoln City on a free transfer.
Speaking to www.weareimps.com/ about his decision to join Lincoln City, Wickens commented: “I’m absolutely buzzing. Lincoln City feels like the right place for me at the next stage of my development.
“You only need to look at the track record of the young goalkeepers the club have brought through in the past few years and how well they’ve gone on to do.
“A big reason for that is the trust that has been put in them. It’s a massive thing to have the club behind you because it breeds confidence and that’s how you get the best out of a player.”
Imps’ Head Coach, Michael Skubala added: “George has all the attributes we look for in a goalkeeper and impressed us with his mentality and maturity in the recruitment and interview process.
“We feel that George has a really bright future ahead of him and we are excited to sign him ahead of other clubs. George has shown his character with his decision to leave Fulham in order to play regularly and forge his career as a No.1 goalkeeper.”
Confirming Wickens’ departure although they will receive an undisclosed compensation fee due to his age, Fulham issued a brief statement wishing him well with the Imps.
“We’d like to thank George for his efforts during his time at Fulham and wish him all the best in his next chapter at Lincoln City.”
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