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Rochdale signs defender Sam Sherring on one-year deal

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 4:41 PM

Last updated Jul 27, 2026

Rochdale signs defender Sam Sherring on one-year deal
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Rochdale has acquired defender Sam Sherring on a one-year contract ahead of the new EFL season. Sherring, a former MK Dons player, joins the club as a free agent after his release at the end of last season. The 26-year-old has EFL experience with five clubs, including a loan stint at Cheltenham Town. Head coach Ian Watson praised Sherring as a strong addition to the team's defense. Rochdale's first competitive match is scheduled for Saturday against Tranmere Rovers in the EFL Cup preliminary round.

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  • •Rochdale signs Sam Sherring on a one-year contract.
  • •Sherring previously played for MK Dons before joining Rochdale.
  • •He has experience in the EFL with five different clubs.
  • •Rochdale's first match is against Tranmere Rovers in the EFL Cup.
  • •Head coach Ian Watson highlights Sherring's defensive skills.
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  • 4:41 PMYahoo Sports — Rochdale bring in ex-MK Dons defender Sherring
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Rochdale bring in former MK Dons defender Sam Sherring on a one-year contract ahead of their return to the EFL.

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