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Will Walsall keep looking into non-league for gems?

Jonny Drury sat down with Walsall reporter George Bennett to discuss new signing Connor Barrett.

Published Jun 21, 2024

Barrett is the latest player to arrive at the club from non-league.

And with the Saddlers also linked with a non-league keeper - they discuss Walsall's plans and vision to pick up gems from outside of the EFL.

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