Dover Athletic completed the signing of York City forward George Purcell on Saturday afternoon.

Whites had an offer for the former Ebbsfleet and Braintree striker rejected earlier in the week but had an improved bid accepted on Friday.

The 23-year-old will be seen as a direct replacement for Adam Birchall, who joined Gillingham for an undisclosed sum at the start of last week.

Purcell told Dover's official website: "Martin Foyle signed me last summer from Braintree but then unfortunately I got injured.

"I went on loan to Eastbourne and then Dartford - and Gary Mills, the manager at York, was not likely to give me many games this coming season because of the way they want to play.

"Once I heard of Dover's interest, I wanted to join. Martin Hayes is building a very good side here, one that can challenge for promotion.

"I want to be firing on all cylinders again - and feel very fit after doing a lot of running and gruelling training sessions at York."

Can George Purcell score enough goals to help Dover win promotion this season? Have your say in the comments section below.