Morecambe sign former Tottenham Hotspur winger on two-year deal

Morecambe have added much-travelled winger Jonathan Obika to their squad ahead of their League One bow.
Jonathan Obika in action for St Mirren against RangersJonathan Obika in action for St Mirren against Rangers
Jonathan Obika in action for St Mirren against Rangers

Obika, who started his career at Tottenham Hotspur has agreed a two-year contract with the Shrimps after leaving St Mirren.

The deal is subject to international clearance coming through.

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During his time with Spurs, Obika had loan spells at seven clubs - Yeovil, Millwall, Crystal Palace, Peterborough, Swindon, Brighton and Charlton.

He left Spurs in 2014 to sign for Swindon, and has since played for Oxford United and recently St Mirren.

Obika said: "I am delighted to sign. I know the manager from his time at Motherwell and like the system he plays.

"There is a lot of freedom in there which I hope will suit my game.

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"I started my career at Spurs and made a few first team appearances. I have had a lot of experience at League One and Championship level and have learned a lot over the years.

"I like to think of myself as a powerful player who is direct and likes to commit defenders and link play. I enjoy the whole heart of being a striker and am looking forward to the season starting.

"I'm coming into a side with a winning mentality after winning promotion last season and I am looking to add to that.'"

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