Portsmouth League Two title winner David Forde released by Cambridge United
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The Pompey League Two title winner has not been retained by the U’s for the 2019-20 season.
Forde moved to Fratton Park on a season-long loan from Millwall in 2016.
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Forde quickly underlined his quality, with the dominance of his area his main attribute.
He was an ever-present and recorded 20 clear sheets as Pompey captured the silverware on the final day of the campaign.
However, Kenny Jackett opted not to pursue a permanent deal for Forde after taking over in the Fratton Park hot seat from Cook.
The 39-year-old subsequently signed for Cambridge in July 2017 and made 71 appearances over two seasons.