National League side Eastleigh have completed the signing of Ghanaian-Dutch striker Manny Duku as they strengthen their attacking options ahead of the new season.
The 33-year-old centre-forward joins the Spitfires as a free agent after leaving Rochdale at the end of the 2025/26 campaign. Duku had been without a club since his departure on 1 July, having spent the second half of last season with the Lancashire outfit following his move from Tamworth in January.
Duku arrives at Eastleigh with a wealth of experience across English football, particularly in the National League, where he has established himself as a reliable attacking presence.
Career Stats
Over the course of his career, Duku has recorded:
- 108 National League appearances
- 23 goals
- 4 assists
- 40 appearances in the English Football League
- 5 league goals across his time in the professional divisions
He has also featured in the National League South, League Two and domestic cup competitions, accumulating more than 5,300 minutes in the National League alone.
Club Career
Born in Amsterdam to Ghanaian roots, Duku began his football journey in the Netherlands, playing for clubs including FC Abcoude, FC Breukelen and Eemdijk, before moving to England to continue his development.
Since arriving in England, he has represented several clubs, including Cheltenham Town, Barnet, FC Halifax Town, York City, Havant & Waterlooville, Maidstone United, Solihull Moors, Tamworth and Rochdale. He also enjoyed a spell with Gibraltar side Manchester 62 FC before returning to English football.
Standing at 1.88 metres, Duku is known for his physical presence, aerial ability and hold-up play, making him a valuable focal point in attack.
