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  1. John returns to Hartlepool on one-year contractpublished at 19:08 BST 24 July

    Cameron John prepares to take a throw-in while playing for HartlepoolImage source, Getty Images

    Cameron John has returned to Hartlepool United, signing a one-year contract with a club option of a second year following a loan spell with the National League side last season.

    The versatile left-sided defender scored twice in 40 appearances for Pools during last season's loan spell.

    John, 26, left York City at the end of his contract earlier this summer.

  2. Harrogate sign Middlesbrough defender Baptistepublished at 18:28 BST 24 July

    Archie Baptiste in action for Middlesbrough in pre-seasonImage source, Shutterstock
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    Archie Baptiste had featured for Middlesbrough in pre-season

    Harrogate Town have signed Middlesbrough defender Archie Baptiste for an undisclosed fee on a two-year deal.

    The 20-year-old joined Boro last June after coming through Tottenham's academy and made one Championship appearance.

    He ended the season on loan with Rochdale but did not feature for them.

    "He's eager to get that opportunity to play men's football and both parties feel it's a good fit, so hopefully he can progress and do well for himself," head of player recruitment Lloyd Kerry told the club website., external

  3. Tamworth name Hollis as head of academy coachingpublished at 18:24 BST 24 July

    Haydn Hollis in action for Tamworth. He is looking over his left shoulder and is wearing a black and red Tamworth shirt.Image source, Shutterstock
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    Haydn Hollis scored five goals in 77 appearances for Tamworth

    Haydn Hollis has been named as Tamworth's head of academy coaching.

    The 33-year-old has spent the past two seasons with the club as a player, helping Tamworth consolidate their position in the National League following promotion at the end of 2023-24.

    In his first campaign, Hollis was part of the side that reached the third round of the FA Cup in January 2025, taking Premier League Tottenham Hotspur to extra time before losing 3-0.

    Hollis played in the English Football League with Notts County and Forest Green Rovers and Tamworth said he will bring "incredible experience and knowledge to our next generation".

  4. Duo in interim charge of Woking after Defoe exitpublished at 18:16 BST 24 July

    Craig Ross wears a green goalkeeping jersey with a Woking badgeImage source, Getty Images
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    Craig Ross (pictured) and Jake Hyde led Woking to four wins during their spell in interim charge in March

    Woking have put Craig Ross and Jake Hyde in interim charge of the first team for a second spell following Jermain Defoe's exit.

    The National League side and former England international Defoe "mutually agreed to part ways with immediate effect" on Thursday, two weeks before the start of the new season.

    Player/goalkeeping coach Ross and fellow coach Hyde, who retired as a player at the end of last season, will oversee first-team operations before Woking's opening league match at home to Sutton United on 8 August.

    The pair took interim charge in March following the sacking of Neal Ardley and led Woking to four wins, while their only defeat was away at eventual champions York City.

    Director of football Jody Brown told the club website:, external "Craig and Jake have been an important part of this football club for a long time.

    "They'll do everything to ensure the group gets to where it needs to be for the start of the season, providing the leadership and continuity we need."

  5. Warren becomes Solihull's 10th summer signingpublished at 18:01 BST 24 July

    Tyrell Warren in action for Grimsby Town, wearing a black-and-white striped shirtImage source, Shutterstock
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    Tyrell Warren helped Grimsby Town reach the League Two play-offs last season

    Solihull Moors have taken their number of summer signings into double figures by agreeing a deal for former Grimsby defender Tyrell Warren.

    The 27-year-old right-back moves on a free transfer after leaving the Mariners at the end of last season and becomes the 10th new arrival at Damson Parkway in preparation for the new campaign.

    Warren began his career on the books at Manchester United and was a regular in the youth teams at Old Trafford before getting his senior breakthrough at Boston United.

    After spells with FC Halifax and Barrow, he moved to Grimsby in the summer of 2024 and made 73 appearances in his two seasons, helping the club reach the League Two play-offs, in which they were beaten by Salford City.

    Warren is the fifth player to join Moors this month following defender Jevon Mills, goalkeeper Nathaniel Ford, midfielder Rio Shipston and teenage striker Ben Wodskou.

  6. Boston sign former Derby defender Rooneypublished at 11:32 BST 23 July

    Jake Rooney wearing a grey and orange Derby County away jersey during a match.Image source, Getty Images
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    Jake Rooney scored three goals during his loan 2025-26 loan spell with Boston

    Boston United have signed defender Jake Rooney after he was released by Derby County.

    The 22-year-old returns to the Jakemans Community Stadium, having made 16 appearances on loan from the Rams last season as the Pilgrims finished 12th in the National League.

  7. Midfielder Macadam extends Carlisle contractpublished at 16:44 BST 22 July

    Carlisle midfielder Harvey Macadam looks up in last season's FA Cup tie against BlackpoolImage source, Shutterstock
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    Harvey Macadam has played for clubs including Morecambe and Fleetwood

    Harvey Macadam has signed a one-year contract extension with Carlisle United which will see him remain with the club this season.

    The 25-year-old midfielder proved a big asset following his move from Morecambe last summer, scoring seven times in his 44 appearances.

    Macadam will play under new head coach Rob Elliot who took over from Mark Hughes in May.

    "I really enjoyed my first year at the club, so there was no reason for me to not extend," he told the club wesbite., external

  8. Gateshead sign defender Robinson and striker Supykpublished at 16:30 BST 22 July

    Gateshead have signed defender Jack Robinson and New Zealand Under-20 international striker Luke Supyk after successful trials.

    Former Middlesbrough man Robinson, 25, has signed a one-year deal after missing the 2025-26 season through injury.

    Supyk, 20, left A-League side Wellington Phoenix at the end of last season and has signed a two-year contract after scoring three times during his trial spell.

    "Everyone has been real welcoming since I've come here and I've had a few good games under my belt," he told the club website., external

  9. Southend sign Colclough, Backwell & Kamarapublished at 16:26 BST 22 July

    Ryan Colclough in a blue Chesterfield home jersey during a matchImage source, Getty Images
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    Ryan Colclough, who won promotion to League Two with Chesterfield in 2024, had been without a club since leaving AFC Fylde in January

    Southend United have signed forward Ryan Colclough, who was handed a suspended prison sentence for assault earlier this month.

    Colclough, 31, was given a 28-month term, external - suspended for two years - after being found guilty of grievous bodily harm without intent at Derby Crown Court.

    He had been without a club since leaving AFC Fylde in January and previously worked with Southend boss Kieron Dyer at Chesterfield as the Spireites won promotion to League Two in 2023-24.

    The Shrimpers have also signed midfielder Tommy Backwell, 23, and 22-year-old winger Sahid Kamara following successful trials at Roots Hall.

    Colclough has signed a one-year deal with the option of a further year.

    Backwell has signed a one-year contract with the option of a further year after being released by Cheltenham at the end of last season, while Kamara has agreed a two-year deal with the option of a third year following his departure from Braintree Town.

  10. Grimes makes permanent move to Bostonpublished at 14:02 BST 22 July

     Jamie Grimes in action for ChesterfieldImage source, Getty Images

    Boston United have re-signed defender Jamie Grimes on a one-year deal after he was released by Chesterfield.

    The 35-year-old former Spireites captain saw out the final months of his contract with the Derbyshire club by going out on loan to Boston last term.

    He featured 16 times for the Pilgrims as they finished 12th in the National League table.

  11. Worthing re-sign midfielder Aguiar after York exitpublished at 18:38 BST 21 July

    Emily Herbert
    BBC Sport London and South East

    Ricky Aguiar of York City looks on, during the warm up prior to National League match between York City and Yeovil TownImage source, Getty Images
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    Ricky Aguiar scored 28 goals in 130 appearances across his previous two spells with Worthing

    Worthing have re-signed midfielder Ricky Aguiar following his departure from National League side York City.

    The 25-year-old academy graduate returns to Woodside Road for a third spell after spending the second half of last season on loan at Horsham and Eastleigh.

    Aguiar made 130 appearances during his previous spells with the Rebels, scoring 28 goals, and impressed during a loan return in the first half of the 2023-24 campaign, registering 12 goals and five assists before being recalled by Swindon Town.

    "We are absolutely delighted to welcome Ricky back to Woodside Road," manager Adam Hinshelwood told the club website.

    "He is a player with immense quality in possession and can score goals from a wide range of positions, just like he did for us in his loan spell a few years ago.

    "I can't wait to be back working with Ricky on a daily basis. He adds a lot of depth to our midfield options."

    Aguiar said: "Returning feels special to me, and I'm coming back with more experience and hunger.

    "It's a club with big ambition and I'm proud to be a part of what's being built and excited to be back playing in front of the fans again."

  12. Boston sign Blades defender Sachdev on loanpublished at 18:15 BST 21 July

    Sai Sachdev in action for Sheffield UnitedImage source, Getty Images

    Boston United have signed Sheffield United right-back Sai Sachdev on a loan until January.

    The 21-year-old, who had a brief spell in the National League with Oldham Athletic on loan in 2024, has made two senior appearances for the Blades.

  13. Harriers sign defender Willispublished at 18:13 BST 21 July

    Kidderminster Harriers' club badge

    Kidderminster Harriers have signed defender Zach Willis after he left Birmingham City at the end of last season.

    The 20-year-old, who can play at full-back or in central defence, has been on trial with the National League newcomers after exiting St Andrew's without making a first-team appearance. The club have not disclosed details of the length of his contract.

    Willis had a loan spell with Peterborough Sports in National North last season, making 17 appearances as they were relegated to the Southern League Premier Central.

  14. Halifax sign Stoke goalkeeper Grant for season published at 15:55 BST 21 July

    Goalkeeper True Grant during a game for Manchester City's youth teamImage source, Getty Images
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    Grant joined Manchester City's academy from Derby County as a 12-year-old

    FC Halifax Town have signed Stoke City goalkeeper True Grant on a season-long loan.

    The 20-year-old came through Manchester City's academy and was part of the side that won the FA Youth Cup in 2024.

    Grant previously worked with Shaymen boss John McGrath during a season-long loan spell with National League North side Buxton in 2024-25, before joining the Potters last summer.

    He is the son of former Derby County and Stoke City goalkeeper, and now Walsall boss, Lee Grant.

    Halifax finished eighth in the National League last season.

  15. Worthing sign midfielder Wadham on permanent dealpublished at 10:58 BST 21 July

    Jack Wadham passes the ball with his instep in a crowded midfield, wearing Worthing's all red home kitImage source, Shutterstock
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    Jack Wadham previously enjoyed two loan spells at Worthing

    Worthing FC have signed midfielder Jack Wadham on a permanent deal as he returns to the club for a third spell.

    The 23-year-old has been training with the Rebels this summer and playing in pre-season friendlies as a trialist after two previous loan spells.

    Wadham arrived on loan from AFC Bournemouth in January 2024 during Worthing boss Adam Hinshelwood's second stint in charge, making one appearance.

    He then signed for National League Sutton United in summer 2024 making 25 appearances, before a second loan spell with Worthing, making six appearances.

    Hinshelwood said: "He's a player that we know well, adds real value ​and is suited to our style of play, and he has that vital National League experience, which is such an important asset for our side".