Sports News Report
Sport: SoccerCategory: Scores & Results

Tom Eaves rejoins Gillingham after seven years away

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 6:13 PM

Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Tom Eaves rejoins Gillingham after seven years away
Summary

Gillingham has re-signed striker Tom Eaves on a one-year deal as of September 29, 2026. Eaves previously played for Gillingham from 2017 to 2019, scoring 40 goals in 97 appearances. Last season, he was the top scorer for Northampton Town in League One with 10 goals but was released after their relegation. Eaves expressed gratitude for the opportunity to return to a club he admires. His return marks a notable chapter in his career as he continues into his mid-30s.

Source Links
Yahoo Sports
By the Numbers
  • •Tom Eaves signs with Gillingham on a one-year deal
  • •Previously scored 40 goals for the club from 2017-2019
  • •Top scorer for Northampton Town last season with 10 goals
  • •Released by Northampton after their relegation
  • •Eaves expresses excitement about returning to Gillingham
Latest Updates
  • 6:13 PMYahoo Sports — Striker Eaves returns to Gillingham
What they're saying
"

League Two side Gillingham re-sign striker Tom Eaves, more than seven years after he last played for the club.

Related Teams & Leagues
Soccer

Sources

External links

Original reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.

Related Stories

Last 14 days