Released Carlisle United striker Sam Fishburn has signed for their opening-day League One opponents Fleetwood Town.
The former Blues youth product has joined Fleetwood's development squad for the 2023/24 season.
The big frontman makes the move after his departure from United this summer.
The 19-year-old was not retained by Paul Simpson after Carlisle's promotion from League Two last season.
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โ Fleetwood Town FC (@ftfc) June 30, 2023
We are delighted to announce forward Sam Fishburn has joined our Development Squad on a one-year deal.#OnwardTogether | #DevSquad
He had impressed in the youth team before having loan spells with Lancaster City, Blyth Spartans and Morpeth Town.
Fishburn was one of a number of players released last month but he has been quick to secure another EFL club.
Fleetwood say Fishburn has signed a one-year deal with the option of a further year.
"Fishburn will now join up with Matthew Lawlorโs Development Squad as they return to pre-season training at Poolfoot Farm and will meet his new teammates this week," a Fleetwood statement said.
The teenager made 15 first-team appearances for the Blues, all in the 2021/22 season under Chris Beech and Keith Millen.
That spell included three League Two starts and six further sub appearances.
Fleetwood face United in the first game of the 2023/24 third-tier campaign at Brunton Park.
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