Shaymen midfielder makes move to League Two side MK Dons

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FC Halifax Town midfielder Kane Thompson-Sommers has completed a move to MK Dons.

The midfielder joined Halifax from Hereford last summer and had an impressive first season at The Shay, making 30 league appearances.

Thompson-Sommers, 23, had a year and an option left on his deal at Town and his departure is a blow for the club.

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He was yet to make an appearance this season due to injury but was set to play a key role for the side.

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He told the Milton Keynes Citizen: "It has been a hectic 48-hours. It has all happened very quickly, I've had to move to get it all done in time but I'm happy to be here and over the moon it is done.

"I've had good conversations with the people involved here, and they all convinced me Milton Keynes was the right place for me to come and kick on. I think it's the right step for me to take in my career, and everyone has made me feel welcome since walking through the door.

"It has always been a massive aim for me since leaving Birmingham as a kid to get back into the EFL. It's a dream come true really. I'm so excited to get started, but it's a big step for me."

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MK Dons head coach Mike Williamson told the Milton Keynes Citizen: "It has been a long and arduous process, which is testament to him as a player, because Halifax were keen to hold on to him. But with perseverance and the lure of coming here, it's happened now.

"He brings a real physical presence, a willingness to run which I always start with, but he can handle and carry the ball well too. He's a good age and has a high ceiling. He's done really well in the National League and can see him impacting the starting line-up.

"We think he'll be a perfect fit, and will bring an energy and an honesty which will be good."

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