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Darren Oldaker is a quarterback midfielder like Gavin Kilkenny... it'll be intriguing to see how the pair work together

SCOUTING REPORT: What qualities does Oldaker bring to the Town squad? How might he fit into Ian Holloway’s systems? And what does his arrival suggest about the direction of Swindon’s recruitment this summer?

23.05.25, 14:49 Updated 05.06.25, 20:03 8 Minute Read

Sam Morshead

Sam Morshead

Swindon Town have made their second new signing of the summer, with Darren Oldaker joining after his release from Chesterfield.

What qualities does Oldaker bring to the Town squad? How might he fit into Ian Holloway’s systems? And what does his arrival suggest about the direction of Swindon’s recruitment this summer?

The Moonraker jumps in…

Oldaker has signed a two-year deal in Swindon. Chesterfield are understood to have been interested in keeping him on, but sources in Derbyshire have suggested Town’s contract duration and overall package were more attractive.

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