New stopper told to take charge

The Dabbers boss hailed the 23-year-old's arrival at the Weaver Stadium this week as his pre-season strengthening for the 2015-16 EVO-STIK NPL Premier Division campaign gathered pace this week.

Parkinson said: “We believe Dave is the best in the area, which keeps within the vision and values of the club with recruiting the best in the Cheshire and North Staffordshire boarders. Dave’s addition will make us stronger in the goalkeeper area, he is a big character, a fantastic shot stopper and will give us a big presence from set pieces.

“He never stops talking and this is a trait which will really benefit the back four. Most importantly, he’s a winner and someone that we have had our eye for a long time and we are delighted he has now agreed to join us.

Parkinson, pictured, wants his new keeper to shake things up in a bid for more consistency and isn't bothered if it ruffles a few feathers.

He added: “I haven’t brought Dave here to be nice and liked by all. Dave knows his remit and hopefully with our back four, he won’t have a lot to do. But we want someone to dominate the back four and six yard box and we need our keeper to now and again make important saves in the bigger games.

"Consistency is what I am looking for in all of our players and in all honesty, whilst we have attained great heights, it hasn’t always happened since I’ve been here. It’s something I have made Dave fully aware of and I am sure that he will make an important contribution this coming season.”

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