Paul started his career at QPR where he played nearly 40 games for the first team before moving to Dagenham in 2002 helping them to win the Conference title last season. He is 28 years old and can operate at left back as well as his preferred side midfield position.

Hakan said 'Paul is a Conference Premier standard player and we are fortunate to have him playing for us. These recent signings show my personal ambitions and those of Thurrock Football Club'