AS Ramsbottom United chase a play-off spot in Evo-Stik League First Division North, a number of changes to the playing staff have taken place.

Anthony Johnson and Bernard Morley have strengthened the squad with the addition of four players, while two have departed.

Joining the Rams are Lewis Lacy, Chris Denham, Andy Fitzgerald and Ashley Reece.

Heading out of the door are full-back Kelvin Lomax, who joined the side upon his return from Australia, and Phil Edgehill. Former Oldham man Lomax moves to Hyde, while Edghill has signed for Salford.