Cheltenham have signed midfielder Jordan Shipley from Port Vale. Shipley joined Port Vale on a two-year contract last summer but was made available for transfer after the club's relegation to League Two.

What happened?

Cheltenham Town have completed the signing of Jordan Shipley, who worked with Robins boss Steve Cotterill at Shrewsbury Town. The 28-year-old midfielder was a key player for Coventry, helping the team win two promotions to the Championship.

Why it matters for Cheltenham

Shipley's experience and skills will be valuable for Cheltenham, who finished 18th in England League Two with 52 points from 46 games, and recent form LLLWW. | Stat | Value | | --- | --- | | League standing | 18th in England League Two | | Points | 52 | | Recent form | LLLWW |

What comes next?

Cheltenham will look to improve their performance in the upcoming season, and Shipley's signing is a positive step. The midfielder has expressed his excitement to work with Cotterill again and contribute to the team's success. As of the last result, Cheltenham lost 1-4 to Colchester on 2026-05-02. The length of Shipley's deal with Cheltenham has not been disclosed. Cheltenham are looking to build on their current squad and make a push for a better finish in the next season.