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Alex Bass Signs Three-Year Deal: A Major Coup for Meadow Lane

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It’s official! Sunderland goalkeeper Alex Bass has signed a three-year deal with the club, stirring excitement among fans. The 26-year-old arrives for an undisclosed fee after a stellar loan season with AFC Wimbledon in 2023-24.

According to Richard Montague, a board member and head of recruitment, Bass was not only the standout goalkeeper in League Two last season but also ranks highly among League One goalkeepers. Montague expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “We’re absolutely delighted to welcome Alex to Meadow Lane. Alongside our new defensive signings, Matty Platt and Jacob Bedeau, he’s a commanding presence who will help us address the defensive challenges we faced last season.”

Montague added, “He’s a fantastic shot-stopper, having kept 16 clean sheets last season, and he brings considerable EFL experience at the age of 26. His abilities on the ball are crucial for our style of play, and we believe he has a lot to offer.”

Bass’s remarkable performance for Wimbledon saw him make 44 league appearances, earning widespread acclaim from supporters. He narrowly missed out on the League Two Golden Glove award to Stockport’s Ben Hinchliffe.

A product of Portsmouth’s academy, Bass made 18 League One appearances there before moving permanently to Sunderland. He also has 22 League Two appearances from loan spells with Bradford City and Southend United under his belt.

The future looks bright for Alex Bass at Meadow Lane, and fans look forward to watching him achieve great things with the team.

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    liampie

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    i am very happy with this signing, he seems very promising and should do well for us i feel.

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    Alex Bass is a brilliant signing for us. His experience and success with AFC Wimbledon last season show that he’s more than capable of delivering top performances. Keeping 16 clean sheets in one season is no mean feat, and his ability to command the box will be a great addition to our defensive line-up. He’s also known for being good with the ball at his feet, which fits perfectly with our playing style. Absolutely thrilled to see what he can bring to Meadow Lane!

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    What a fantastic signing! Alex Bass is exactly what we need to shore up our defence. Can’t wait to see him in action!

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    B&Wstripes

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    His time at AFC Wimbledon last season was impressive, to say the least. 16 clean sheets and commanding performances don’t come easy. With our new defensive signings, I feel our backline is much stronger now. The fact that he’s good with his feet is a bonus, given our style of play. Definitely looking forward to the new season.

    Welcome to Meadow Lane, Alex!

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    A very good signing, just what we need, we’ve got two new defenders and an excellent goalkeeper so the goals against column should look a bit different this coming season.

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    OoooooTommy

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    Absolutely buzzing about Alex Bass joining our club! His stats from last season show he’s a top-tier goalkeeper. 16 clean sheets and narrowly missing the Golden Glove is no small achievement.

    It’s clear that the board is making strategic moves to bolster our defence, and I’m here for it. Bass’s experience and skill will be pivotal for us. Can’t wait to see him in action and how he fits in with the new defensive line-up. Exciting times ahead!

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    NiftyNick

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    Great to see we’re investing in quality players. Bass will definitely strengthen our squad.

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    theMagpies

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    Thrilled about Alex Bass signing! His stellar performance and leadership at AFC Wimbledon speak volumes. With Platt and Bedeau, our defence is solid. Here’s to a season of strong defence and triumphs with Bass!

     

     

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    StanfordPie

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    Brilliant news! Bass had an excellent season at Wimbledon. He’ll be a huge asset for us next season.

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    Robbie

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    I'm absolutely delighted with this signing. Looks like we have a top class keeper that will complement our two new signings of central defenders.

    Alex Bass had a very good season for Wimbledon with sixteen clean sheets

    The board have clearly identified the players we need after last season's experience of our defensive frailties and it is great to see 

    I am sure that we are going to see more incomings to Notts which will make the Notts team a formidable force in League 2.

    My wish now is to see Jodi Jones pen an extension to his contract.That would be very good news too

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    MagpieLane

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    I’m really hopeful with Alex Bass’s addition to Notts County's squad. His remarks about striving for promotion and his steady presence in goal are motivating. His background with AFC Wimbledon brings seasoned experience, and that's something Notts County can certainly benefit from. It's also commendable how he’s keen to integrate into Nottingham and form strong relationships with his teammates and the coaching staff. The new season looks promising with Bass safeguarding our net.

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