Former Walsall midfielder Dwayne Mattis has joined the Spireites on a two year deal which runs from 1 July 2010 until 30 June 2012.
The 28 year old energetic midfielder came through the ranks at home-town club Huddersfield Town before joining Bury in 2004 where he made a big impact in over 100 appearances. His performances earned him a £50,000 move into the Championship with Barnsley in January 2007.
The former Republic of Ireland U21 International joined Walsall on loan in September 2007 but injury brought a premature end to his stay before he returned to the Saddlers to sign on a permanent basis in July 2008.
Drayne Mattis in action for the Saddlers
After being released recently by the West Midlands club he is Chesterfield manager John Sheridan's first major signing of the close season.
Dwayne Mattis said: "Although I am dropping down a division I am delighted to join Chesterfield after seeing the club's fantastic new stadium and hearing the manager's plans for next season."
He added: "If it all comes to fruition I think there is plenty for the fans to get excited about."
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