*BS*Ian Simpemba has opted to join Eastbourne Borough after 18 months at Crabble.*BF*

The central defender joined Dover Athletic from Ebbsfleet United and prior to joining the Fleet in 2011, he played for clubs near his home in Sussex – Crawley, Lewes and Havant & Waterlooville.

Ian has now signed for Eastbourne Borough, a club located within a few miles of his home. They finished 12th in Blue Square Bet South last season.

Dover Athletic would like to thank Ian for his service and wish him all the best for the future.