'There's still a bit of work to do but I feel we're in a good place'

CHAIRMAN Jon Eeles is delighted that Leek Town have been able to retain the bulk of their squad for next season.

- By Clive Youlton

Under the guidance of manager Josh Brehaut, the Blues finished a creditable 15th in the Northern Premier League Premier Division.

And Eeles is pleased that most of the players are staying.

“We have retained all the squad with the exception of George Milner who has gone to Stalybridge and Tom Scully to Prescot Cables,” said Eeles.

“In addition to that, we are signing Ollie Heyward from Chester. He was on loan with us for about 20 weeks last year and he has had discussions with Chester.

“He was with us for six games the previous season and we had him 20 games this season. It’s inevitable but you've still got to cross the Ts and dot the Is.

“Contracts aren't really available until June 1 so this is a verbal agreement, as is everybody who has signed.”