Nantwich Town are delighted to announce the signings of Aidan Roxburgh and Ryan Morton on loans from Altrincham until 2nd March.
20-year-old forward Morton (right of picture) was the first player from Alty’s academy to play for their first team when he made his debut in May, after initially coming up through their youth ranks as a right-winger before converting to a pacy forward with good finishing ability. He’s spent the first part of this season on loan at Trafford, scoring 4 times in 21 appearances in all competitions.
Defender Roxburgh (left of picture), known as Aidy, can play on either side but was signed from Trafford in the summer of last year as an attack-minded right back described by manager Phil Parkinson as ‘a little diamond’. The 23-year-old recently returned from a loan at Ashton United where he played 8 times, including in those 2 back-to-back games against the Dabbers in October and November. Both players will be in the squad for Saturday’s trip to Guiseley.
Speaking about the two new additions, manager Ritchie Sutton said:
“We had a look at Aidan, liked him and have kept an eye on him, he played well in the 2 games against us and he’s someone we’ve been searching for all season because we haven’t really had an out-and-out right back. He’ll also bring us something going forward which is key.
“Ryan’s been on loan at Trafford and done well and is looking to make that next step up. We need some attacking options at the moment, we need energy and he was someone who can provide that for us. He’s a young lad who’s enthusiastic and can hopefully bring something to the team.”
Welcome to the Dabbers, Aidan and Ryan!
Pictures courtesy of Altrincham.