Colls fill 'keeper void and lure Lynch

Atherton Collieries have boosted their squad with two new signings ahead of their BetVictor Northern Premier division bow on Saturday.

Goalkeeper Theo Roberts arrives from Chester, filling the void left by Greg Hartley’s departure to take up a full-time job at Oldham.

Roberts, 20, spent last season on loan at Buxton and had a brief period on loan at Colls back in 2017.

Also signing is forward Brad Lynch, who has spent pre-season with Curzon Ashton.

Lynch, 19, scored 17 goals in 47 games for Colne last term.

Where next?

Colls out to cause upsets in the Premier Atherton Collieries are preparing for their first season in the BetVictor Northern Premier having enjoyed three promotions in the last five seasons.
Wigan move for Leek defender Leek Town defender Jack Sanders has joined Football League side Wigan Athletic on a professional contract.

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