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Why another forward? Ian Holloway looks to relieve burden on Harry Smith with signing of Burnley prospect

ANALYSIS: The Town boss has identified how reliant he and Swindon are on Smith to both create chances and score goals, despite his team's recent upturn in form.

23.01.25, 17:00 6 Min Read

by Sam MorsheadEditor

Swindon Town have signed Burnley youngster Joe Westley on loan until the end of the season, as Ian Holloway looks to lessen the goalscoring burden on Harry Smith.

So how does Westley fit into the Robins' current systems?

Why did Holloway feel the need to reinforce a frontline already stuffed with options?

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