Eastleigh strengthen with signing of experienced striker Duke

Eastleigh have signed striker Manny Duku <i>(Image: Eastleigh FC)</i>
Eastleigh have signed striker Manny Duku (Image: Eastleigh FC)
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EASTLEIGH have strengthened their attacking options with the short-term signing of experienced striker Manny Duku.

The 33 year old joins the Spitfires after spending last season in the National League with Tamworth and Rochdale.

Duku began the 2025/26 campaign with Tamworth, scoring six goals and providing two assists in 25 league appearances for the Lambs.

The Dutch-born forward has plenty of experience in England, having also represented York City, Wealdstone and Solihull Moors during his career.

Speaking after completing the move, Duku said: “The place looks amazing and the people have been unbelievable.”

Born in Amsterdam, Duku began his youth career in the Netherlands before moving to England in 2015, when he joined Chesham United.

Subject to official clearance, he now links up with Matt Gray's Eastleigh side as they look to add boost their standing in the fifth division.

The Spitfires have won two of their opening three matches, including a barn-burning 3-2 win against Scunthorpe last time out at the Silverlake.

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