Matlock lure rival's captain

Chippendale, 24, was captain at local rivals Buxton last season where manager Paul Phillips was in charge while Dolan makes the move from Radcliffe.

Phillips said: “He was my captain at Buxton and wanted to come with me so I’m very happy we’ve managed to bring him here for he’s a massive player who brings a lot into teams he plays for.

“Even though he’s only 24, he’s got a lot of experience at this level, scores goals from midfield which was something we largely lacked last season and can also play as a centre forward. He’s a massive signing who’ll clearly enhance us as a team.”

Chippendale began his career at Barnsley before moving on to Bradford Park Avenue, Boston United, Gainsborough Trinity (loan), Glossop North End and Shaw Lane.

Meanwhile, Dolan, 19, was in the academy at Manchester United before moving on to the youth teams at Blackburn, Bury and Oldham.

Phillips added: “He’s a great footballer who’s played in the Football League who’s good enough to get back there.

“He can play on the wing or in that number ten slot, his ability’s unquestionable and if he can get his head right he’ll be back playing at a higher level. He works hard both on and off the ball which is important for a winger.

“As I’ve said previously last year we had wingers who had the ability but didn’t do enough when the opposition had the ball. I also expect him to score a few goals.

“He’ll be a good fit for us and I’d like to thank Kevin Wilson for his help in bringing Callum to Matlock as he realises that Matlock is a good club for lads to come to develop and improve.”

Chippendale and Dolan are Matlock's second and third signings of the summer following attacker Kayde Coppin’s move from Mossley last weekend. Coppin will double up as Assistant Coach at the Proctor Cars Stadium.