FC Halifax Town have just added some serious talent to their squad, bringing in goalkeeper Toby Savin on loan from Shrewsbury Town until the end of the season. And if you’re wondering what this new signing means for the team, here’s a quick rundown of Savin’s journey so far and why he could be a game-changer.
From youth prospect to first-team regular
Savin’s football journey started with a few different youth academies before he made his real breakthrough at Accrington Stanley. His first appearance for the club came in 2019 during an EFL Trophy win against Fleetwood Town. A short loan spell at Stalybridge Celtic followed in December 2019, but that only lasted a month before he was called back.
But the real highlight came when Savin made his league debut for Accrington in September 2020 against Peterborough United. He clearly impressed, racking up 31 league appearances for the club that season.
A busy few years with plenty of game time
Savin’s career has been far from quiet. By the time he left Accrington Stanley, he’d made over 100 appearances across all competitions. And if that’s not enough experience, he even did a brief emergency loan stint at Stevenage Town in February 2023, where he made four appearances.
Then came the big switch. In June 2024, Savin signed a two-year deal with Shrewsbury Town. It didn’t take him long to make an impact, with 25 appearances for Salop in all competitions this season alone. And just to keep things interesting, he even had a quick loan spell at Barnet in February 2025, making two appearances, winning both, and only letting in one goal.
What Savin brings to FC Halifax Town
So, what’s all this mean for FC Halifax Town? Well, they’re getting a young, experienced goalkeeper who’s been tested at various levels. Over 100 matches for Accrington, emergency call-ups, and handling first-team duties for Shrewsbury this season show he’s definitely got the skills and composure to perform under pressure.
Plus, those two wins during his loan at Barnet suggest he’s pretty sharp right now. And if he can bring that same form to FC Halifax Town, he might just be a big piece of the puzzle for the rest of the season.
A promising addition to the squad
It’s clear FC Halifax Town aren’t messing around with this loan signing. Getting a goalkeeper like Toby Savin is a big boost for their season, especially one who’s already proven he can step up when needed. Now it’s just about seeing how well he settles into the squad and if he can deliver those match-winning performances.
FC Halifax Town fans, what do you reckon? Think Savin’s the man to make a difference?
