Blackpool have completed their eighth signing of the summer transfer window, bringing in centre back Josh Earl from Barnsley. The transfer fee was undisclosed as confirmed by the Blackpool Gazette.
Where he fits in the current squad
Josh Earl, 27, joins Blackpool as their eighth summer signing, adding experience to a defensive unit that has already brought in seven other players this window including Dion Charles and Ilmari Niskanen. His arrival strengthens a backline that has kept two clean sheets this season with a +1 goal difference.
His journey through English football
Earl began his career at Preston North End where he made his senior debut in 2017 after playing non-league football with Lancaster City. He spent five years at Preston making 74 first-team appearances before joining Fleetwood Town in 2022, then moving to Barnsley where he made 86 appearances and scored three goals with four assists.
The path to Oakwell
The deal was agreed with Barnsley who will host Blackpool at Oakwell on September 2. Earl's three-year contract with a 12-month option represents the eighth Bloomfield Road arrival of the summer, following Jordan Williams and Finley Munroe among others.
What this means next
With Blackpool sitting 8th in the Championship with 4 points from 2 games and a recent form of DW, Earl's experience could be vital as they prepare for their home fixture against Lincoln on August 29. The club has already spent 2 points behind leaders Millwall in the title race, making every defensive reinforcement significant for their push.
The Blackpool Gazette reported the signing on Tuesday, confirming Earl's move completes their eighth signing of the summer window. His time at Barnsley included 86 appearances, three goals and four assists before he moved to Blackpool.
fixtures page shows Blackpool's upcoming home game against Lincoln on August 29, while their squad page details Earl's addition to the defensive options.
