Three new arrivals for Ilkeston Town

McKeal Abdullah, Luis Parkes and Noah Simmons have completed moves to the New Manor Ground, adding further depth and competition to Tris Whitman's squad.

Forward Abdullah is a familiar face to Robins supporters, having previously enjoyed a league spell at the club during his time at Mansfield Town.

Featuring for Ilkeston throughout pre-season, Abdullah was on the scoresheet in their final home friendly against his former club.

Also linking up with the Robins, central midfielder Parkes arrives following spells with Eastwood and Hucknall Town, who were previously managed by recently-appointed Robins boss Whitman and his assistant, Aaron Large.

An ever-present throughout pre-season, Parkes has done enough to earn a deal with the club ahead of the 2026/27 campaign.

Completing the trio of new arrivals, Simmons links up with the Robins after progressing through the Lincoln City academy.

First joining the Imps at Under 12s level, the Wales youth international made his first team debut in August 2025.

Primarily a left-sided defender, Ilkeston say he can operate anywhere down the flank and has impressed with his "athleticism and attacking intent".

On the new arrivals, Whitman said: McKeal is someone we have known about for some time.

“McKeal is excellent technically and has a good record of scoring goals. McKeal also brings attributes that allow him to play in a number of positions within the team.

"Parkes is someone who we have worked with over the last few seasons at Hucknall, so is a player we know can suit the system.

"Noah is someone who we were aware of during his time at Lincoln City.

“Since coming in on trial, he has impressed with his energy to get forward from the full-back position. Noah is a player who we believe we can develop and push back into full-time football.”