News Round-Up

Telford have confirmed former Southport boss Liam Watson as their manager for their return to Conf North. The 42 year old twice won the division with the Sandgrounders. The Bucks have also agreed a deal with former Bull Dan Preston for next season while Jordan Rose, who ended the season on loan at Alfreton, has been released along with four others including midfielder Ian Craney. Mansfield have released six players including former Bull Jamie Tolley. The midfielder signed last summer but didn't play a first team game after August.

Nuneaton have released five and transfer listed young winger Wes York after he put in a request. The teenager wants to play in the League after featuring in every Conference game this season. Cambridge boss Richard Money says the club's board has increased his budget slightly so he can sign a couple of more experienced players for the coming season.

Aldershot's Administrator says the club owes £1million, £300,000 of which is footballing debts. Carl Jackson told the press he would be speaking with the players next week after meeting the club's off-field staff after his appointment. Walsall have offered a new deal to former Bull Ben Purkiss, while they are continuing negotiations with Febian Brandy and James Chambers.

Lincoln are reported to be close to the permanent signing of former loanee Jake Jones. The young winger was released by Walsall this week after finishing the season on loan at Sincil Bank. Barnet have released coach Kenny Brown af the end of his contract. He was brought to the club by former manager Mark Robson.

Luton have been handed the Ronnie Radford award for the season after their FA Cup win at Norwich. The Hatters will be presented with the award prior to the FA Cup final. Ricoh Arena owners ACL have denied locking Coventry out of the stadium. A spokesman said that chief executive Tim Foster no longer had power to make such statements, with the Administrator holding contol over the club.

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