PLAYER NEWS: Striker Dale Johnson signs for FC United from Ashton United

FC United has made another new signing as manager Karl Marginson strengthens his squad further for the run-in to the end of the season.

Experienced centre forward Dale Johnson has signed from Ashton United. Johnson has significant experience of Conference level football, with Altrincham, Hyde, Droylsden, Halifax Town and Barrow.

Johnson originally joined Ashton United in November 2013 and played a major part in the club reaching the 2014 Northern Premier League play-off final. He rejoined the Robins 12 months later after a short spell with Salford City.

Commenting on the signing, Margy said: “Dale is a player that we have been aware of for some time and is a proven goalscorer in the non-league game. We look forward to working with him over the coming weeks.???

In a separate move, and as previously reported, FC United fullback and vice-captain Liam Brownhill has moved to Ashton United on loan.