Forward Isaac Pearce has joined Forest Green Rovers after impressing on trial at the end of last season.

The 19-year-old was released by Fulham last season and has put pen to paper on a one-year contract at FGR.

Pearce, who can play as an attacking midfielder or striker, joined Fulham from Bristol Rovers in 2015 after a compensation package was agreed between the two clubs.

He went on to make more than 40 appearances for the Under 18s and Under 23s but is now looking to take this opportunity to prove himself in League football.

“I’m really excited and looking forward to what the season will bring for me,” he said.

“Being here on trial at the end of last season was a great experience. I didn’t get much game time with Fulham so I knew I had to come to Forest Green Rovers and make a statement.

“I feel like I did that very well and was just thankful that the manager saw the potential in me.

“I work hard on the pitch, on and off the ball. When I get the ball at my feet I’m confident to do a little dribble with it and the pass it off or have a shot.

“I just want to get as many minutes on the pitch, hopefully I will kick on, get a good pre-season under my belt and see where it takes me.”

Manager Mark Cooper said: “He left Fulham last season and asked if he could come and train with us. He is a Bristol boy and he came of his own accord, trained with us for a month and he impressed everyone here,”

“He is a small lad but he has got brilliant ability.

“He is one that will supplement our squad and one that we are giving an opportunity to that we feel will help us in the long run.”