Notts County sign Stoke midfielder Lipsiuc

Notts County have signed Stoke City midfielder Darius Lipsiuc for an undisclosed fee on a three-year deal.

The 20-year-old Republic of Ireland Under-21 international scored eight goals in 33 National League appearances on loan at Solihull Moors last season.

"He's a powerful, athletic and aggressive midfielder who's capable of scoring goals and playing in a number of roles, either in the middle or out wide," director of football Richard Montague told the club's website., external

"Darius will bring lots of energy and exuberance to the squad and we feel he has the potential to develop significantly over the duration of his contract."