Cheltenham Town have made four summer signings as the League Two transfer window races towards its first month. The Robins, sitting 18th in League Two with 52 points from 46 games, have bolstered their squad with free transfers and undisclosed deals.
What’s driving the Robins’ summer activity?
Michael Duff’s side have added four players this summer, with Joe Tomlinson arriving from Port Vale on a free transfer. Pierce Sweeney joins from Exeter City, also on a free, while Jordan Shipley arrives from Port Vale for an undisclosed fee. Charlie McCann completes the quartet after his move from Barrow.
Who has left the Whaddon Road club?
Cheltenham have waved goodbye to eight players this summer. George Harmon left for Brackley Town on a free transfer, while Arkell Jude-Boyd joined Shrewsbury Town. Jordan Thomas, Josh Martin, Luke Young, Tommy Backwell, Scot Bennett, Cameron Walters, and Tom King have all departed.
How do these moves address Cheltenham’s struggles?
The Robins sit 35 points behind Bromley in the title race, with a goal difference of -26 after conceding 79 goals. Their recent form has been brutal - they lost their last five matches, including a 1-4 hammering at home to Colchester on May 2, 2026. The new signings aim to steady the ship and improve a defence that has struggled all season.
What’s next for the Robins?
The transfer window is still open, and Cheltenham will be looking to add more depth before the campaign restarts on August 15. The club’s focus will be on shoring up the backline and midfield to turn around a disappointing season that has seen them hover in the bottom half of the table.
