Creative midfielder Gary Mills has rejected a contract offer from Stevenage Borough to sign for us this afternoon on a two year deal.

The 28 year old began his career at Rushden & Diamonds in 1999 and made over 120 appearances for the Nene Park outfit, scoring nearly 40 goals.

He had subsequent spells at Crawley, Tamworth, and more recently Stevenage Borough, - where he played 37 times last season.

After signing a two year contract this afternoon, Mills told mansfieldtown.net:  "I see Mansfield as a Football League club.  I was very impressed with what the manager had to say to me.  He was totally honest and I know what he expects from both me and the squad."

"I already know Rob Duffy and Luke Graham, and Rob told me that this was the place to be.  But in truth, it didn't need much selling."

His contract will begin on 01 June 2009.