Twenty-four-year-old De Silva joins from Dutch side FC Eindhoven, who play in Holland`s second tier, where he has spent the past two years, making 49 appearances and scoring 4 goals during that time.
De Silva (pictured) started his footballing journey at the Crystal Palace academy and youth set-up, spending a total of ten years with the Eagles.
During his time with Palace, as well as being a regular in the under-23 side, he made seven first-team appearances, the first of which came in January 2012, being named in the starting line-up to face Derby County in the FA Cup.
Along with a short loan spell at Barnet, De Silva represented Notts County prior to his move to the Netherlands.
Bromley boss Neil Smith was pleased to capture a player he had been tracking for a while, telling the club`s official website: “I’ve been watching Kyle since he was at Palace and then at Notts County. We tried to sign him last year, but he had to see out his contract in Holland. He’s done that now and we’re pleased to have him on board, and I’m sure he’ll excite the supporters with his style of play.”
Twenty-five-year-old Bexley-born Goodman was part of Millwall’s youth set-up, and in 2011, was awarded his first professional contract amidst interest from Premier League side Newcastle United.
During his time with the Lions, Goodman had loan spells at Staines Town, Luton Town, Aldershot Town, and finally with then-League Two AFC Wimbledon. Following his departure from Millwall, he signed for Margate, spending a season in the National League South, before making the step up to the National League with Braintree Town for the 2016/17 season.
Goodman spent last season with Maidenhead United, making 43 appearances in all competitions, scoring twice, and helping the Berkshire outfit to an impressive twelfth place finish in their first National League season.
Goodman was delighted to link up with Smith and commit to the Ravens for next season: “I feel fantastic. I’m really happy we’ve managed to get the deal done early and get back into full-time football, which I’ve missed for a few years now. It’s great that Bromley has given me the opportunity to get back to it and I can’t wait to get started!”
Smith added; “I’m really pleased. We’ve kept an eye on Jake for a while now. He’s a local lad and we know him well from his Millwall days, and from when we’ve come up against him from his time at Maidenhead and Braintree. He’s been keen to return to full-time football and we’re pleased to give him that opportunity. I’m sure he’ll be a great addition to the squad and help to provide plenty of competition for places at the back”. |