Michael Smith, the experienced striker, has signed with Mansfield Town on a two-year deal, marking his return to League One.

What happened?

Michael Smith has joined Mansfield Town following his departure from Preston North End this summer. The 34-year-old has signed a two-year deal with the League One club, bringing experience and firepower to the team.

Why it matters for Michael Smith

This move sees Smith return to League One, a division he knows well, having previously played for Swindon Town and scored 26 goals in 72 appearances. He will look to add to his impressive goal-scoring record, which includes 13 League One goals in the 2014/15 season.

What comes next?

Smith's signing is the latest in a series of exciting business moves made by Mansfield Town this summer. The club has also brought in David McGoldrick and Jon Russell, and will look to build on their ambition with the new signings.

Smith's time at Swindon Town was marked by some impressive performances, including a brace on his debut against Shrewsbury Town and five goals in his debut season. He was a key man in a rotation of strikers that also featured Andy Williams, Jermaine Hylton, and Jonathan Obika.

However, his time at Swindon was cut short, and he was loaned to Barnsley before the deal became permanent in January. He has since gone on to play for Portsmouth, Bury, Rotherham United, Sheffield Wednesday, and Preston, making almost 200 Championship appearances.

The impact on Mansfield Town

Michael Smith's signing will bring a different option to the strikers currently at Mansfield Town. His experience and goal-scoring record make him a valuable asset to the team, and he will look to add firepower to the Mansfield attack.

Nigel Clough, the manager of Mansfield Town, has expressed his delight at bringing in Smith, saying: "We were a little bit surprised Michael was available. He gives us such a different option to the strikers we currently have. He's a proven goalscorer at this level, and I think he will be a very good asset in both penalty areas."

Conclusion

Michael Smith's signing with Mansfield Town marks a significant move for the League One club, bringing experience and firepower to the team. With his impressive goal-scoring record and experience in the division, Smith will look to make a big impact at Mansfield Town.

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