Former Grimsby Town Goalkeeper Jake Eastwood Joins Cambridge United

Jake Eastwood, formerly of Grimsby Town, has signed for Cambridge United following his departure from the Mariners. At 28 years old, Eastwood began his career at the Sheffield United academy, making his first appearances in the EFL Cup in 2017. Throughout his football career, Eastwood has been loaned out to numerous clubs, one noteworthy stint being at Scunthorpe United, likely to pique interest among Lincolnshire football supporters. Eastwood confirmed his permanent move to Grimsby Town in July 2023 before transitioning to Cambridge United, thus filling the void left by Marko Marosi’s exit. The manager of Cambridge United expressed confidence in Eastwood, identifying him as a ‘true Cambridge United goalkeeper’ characterised by straightforward play and a commanding presence on the field. Eastwood’s move from Grimsby Town to Cambridge United indicates another phase in his football journey. This story was derived from original reporting by www.bbc.com, as presented by The Lincoln Post.