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Rhys Bennett turns down Carlisle deal for move to Gillingham

Rhys Bennett has signed for after rejecting a new contract from .

The defender, who can play at centre-half or defensive midfield, made 26 appearances and scored five goals for the last season.

The move sees Bennett reunited with his former manager , whom he played under at and .

told the club website: “Rhys is a big strong lad who is very mobile and quick. He has a brilliant attitude, a winning mentality and as a manager you never have enough of them.

“The location suited, he wanted to be a part of it and it quickly happened. He has now joined us, he was outstanding for me at Mansfield hence why we took him to Peterborough and he was almost an ever present when the club was, for many weeks, top of .

“It was no surprise that within 24 hours the Chairman and Rhys came to an agreement and I am delighted to say he has joined us.”

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