Chesterfield goalkeeper Barry Roche has agreed to join League Two rivals Morecambe on a free transfer ahead of the new campaign.The 26-year-old, who arrived from Nottingham Forest in July 2005, has been an almost ever-present for the Spireites for the past two seasons.

After signing a two-year deal with the Shrimps, Roche said: "I have a lot to thank Chesterfield for because they gave me a chance in the Football League. Their goalkeeping coach Steve Sutton was superb for me and I will always be grateful.

"We had a good season last year and really should have made the play-offs but it wasn't to be."

Manager Lee Richardson said: "We thank Barry for his time with Chesterfield and we wish him all the best for the future."

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