New Wimbledon recruit on why he turned down other clubs – plus what boss thinks he will add to squad

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AFC Wimbledon’s new signing Myles Hippolyte said he turned down other clubs to join the Dons on a free transfer from League Two champions Stockport County. 

Winger Hippolyte, 29, signed a two-year deal. He made nineteen appearances in all competitions last season. 

“I’m very creative when it comes to attacking,” Hippolyte said on the club’s website. “That’s where I can be dominant and bring a lot of assists to the team.

“I can play in many positions. There are many strengths to my game, and I bring a lot of excitement.

“I create a lot. I get goals, I get assists, I bring players into the game, but when I need to defend, I can put opposition players on the back burner and prevent them from scoring.

“There was interest from quite a few clubs. The club were made aware of that. For me though, AFC Wimbledon stood out.” 

Dons boss Johnnie Jackson explained why he wanted Hippolyte as part of his squad. 

“Myles is an exciting attacking player who wants to get on the ball, get at people and create. I’m sure our supporters will enjoy watching him play,” Jackson said. 

“He has a wealth of experience and, really importantly, he knows what success at this level looks like having just won League Two with Stockport.

“As soon as we spoke I could tell he was hungry to be a part of what we are building here and we are delighted to welcome him to the AFC Wimbledon family.”

Head of football operations Craig Cope added: “It’s great to welcome Myles to Wimbledon. He arrives off the back of two promotions and a play-off campaign in the last three seasons. We are hoping those experiences and the quality he will bring to the team will enable us to push on from last season.”

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