NON-LEAGUE: Grays Athletic have secured a number of key signatures ahead of the Isthmian North campaign.

Having announced striker Kieran Bishop would be remaining, Grays have also confirmed fans favourite Joao Carlos would also be plying his trade at Parkside - the home of Aveley which Blues will groundshare at - next season.

Following the start of pre-season, Grays confirmed that goalkeeper Nicky Eyre had signed forms, along with fellow stopper Jordan Stansbury.

Manager Jamie Stuart is also prolonging his playing career, having registered as a player for 2017/18.

Stuart was also honoured by the club last week, having been inducted into the Hall of Fame.

And there are also returns for Ryan Mahal, CJ Williams and Ronnie O’Donnell.

Grays are currently in the process of re-arranging their home pre-season fixtures, following a break in at Mill Field. Announcements will be made on the club website.