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Leader Live
15 hours ago
- Sport
- Leader Live
Cymru Premier League clubs have strengthened their ranks
Lee Fowler led the Silkmen to a ninth-placed finish in the top flight last time out and he has added the services of Cameron Ferguson and former Aberystwyth Town captain Jack Thorn (pictured above) to his squad. Ferguson, the son of ex-Everton legend Duncan, started his career at the Everton Academy before signing for Tranmere Rovers as part of their scholarship programme. Thorn's father, Andy, was also an ex-professional player having made more than 100 appearances for both Wimbledon and Crystal Palace. Flintshire rivals, Connah's Quay Nomads, have added another new signing to their ranks. Twenty-year-old midfielder Ben Kershaw has arrived from Hyde United in the Northern Premier League. Boss John Disney told the club website: 'I am delighted to announce Ben has signed for us, a player I have kept tabs on whilst he has been playing at Stoke for two years but also someone that has developed in men's football the last 12 months with Hyde. 'Ben brings a freshness and very good technical ability to our midfield and one that will flourish in the Welsh premier league to kick us back into the top half of the league.'


Glasgow Times
18-05-2025
- Sport
- Glasgow Times
Robbie Savage signs two-year deal to remain Macclesfield manager
Savage doubles as a director of the Silkmen, with the former Leicester, Blackburn and Birmingham midfielder having helped his friend Robert Smethurst relaunch the club after Macclesfield Town were wound up in 2020. ✍️ Robbie Savage locked in until 2027 🤝 The Silkmen Manager and Director agrees a two year deal to stay with Macclesfield Football Club until 2027. Robert Smethurst 'Absolutely thrilled to be able to keep hold of Robbie despite offers from numerous clubs, the journey… — Macclesfield FC (C) (@thesilkmen) May 17, 2025 In his first season as manager Macclesfield have stormed to promotion, sealing the Northern Premier League title with six games to spare and piling up 109 points from 42 games, with Savage continuing his punditry work alongside management. Macclesfield's success led to interest from other clubs – Savage said in March he had received at least one offer to manage at a higher level – but the former Wales international's attachment to the Silkmen has proved decisive. Smethurst said: 'Absolutely thrilled to be able to keep hold of Robbie despite offers from numerous clubs, the journey continues.'

Rhyl Journal
18-05-2025
- Sport
- Rhyl Journal
Robbie Savage signs two-year deal to remain Macclesfield manager
Savage doubles as a director of the Silkmen, with the former Leicester, Blackburn and Birmingham midfielder having helped his friend Robert Smethurst relaunch the club after Macclesfield Town were wound up in 2020. ✍️ Robbie Savage locked in until 2027 🤝 The Silkmen Manager and Director agrees a two year deal to stay with Macclesfield Football Club until 2027. Robert Smethurst 'Absolutely thrilled to be able to keep hold of Robbie despite offers from numerous clubs, the journey… — Macclesfield FC (C) (@thesilkmen) May 17, 2025 In his first season as manager Macclesfield have stormed to promotion, sealing the Northern Premier League title with six games to spare and piling up 109 points from 42 games, with Savage continuing his punditry work alongside management. Macclesfield's success led to interest from other clubs – Savage said in March he had received at least one offer to manage at a higher level – but the former Wales international's attachment to the Silkmen has proved decisive. Smethurst said: 'Absolutely thrilled to be able to keep hold of Robbie despite offers from numerous clubs, the journey continues.'


North Wales Chronicle
18-05-2025
- Sport
- North Wales Chronicle
Robbie Savage signs two-year deal to remain Macclesfield manager
Savage doubles as a director of the Silkmen, with the former Leicester, Blackburn and Birmingham midfielder having helped his friend Robert Smethurst relaunch the club after Macclesfield Town were wound up in 2020. ✍️ Robbie Savage locked in until 2027 🤝 The Silkmen Manager and Director agrees a two year deal to stay with Macclesfield Football Club until 2027. Robert Smethurst 'Absolutely thrilled to be able to keep hold of Robbie despite offers from numerous clubs, the journey… — Macclesfield FC (C) (@thesilkmen) May 17, 2025 In his first season as manager Macclesfield have stormed to promotion, sealing the Northern Premier League title with six games to spare and piling up 109 points from 42 games, with Savage continuing his punditry work alongside management. Macclesfield's success led to interest from other clubs – Savage said in March he had received at least one offer to manage at a higher level – but the former Wales international's attachment to the Silkmen has proved decisive. Smethurst said: 'Absolutely thrilled to be able to keep hold of Robbie despite offers from numerous clubs, the journey continues.'


South Wales Guardian
17-05-2025
- Sport
- South Wales Guardian
Robbie Savage signs two-year deal to remain Macclesfield manager
Savage doubles as a director of the Silkmen, with the former Leicester, Blackburn and Birmingham midfielder having helped his friend Robert Smethurst relaunch the club after Macclesfield Town were wound up in 2020. ✍️ Robbie Savage locked in until 2027 🤝 The Silkmen Manager and Director agrees a two year deal to stay with Macclesfield Football Club until 2027. Robert Smethurst 'Absolutely thrilled to be able to keep hold of Robbie despite offers from numerous clubs, the journey… — Macclesfield FC (C) (@thesilkmen) May 17, 2025 In his first season as manager Macclesfield have stormed to promotion, sealing the Northern Premier League title with six games to spare and piling up 109 points from 42 games, with Savage continuing his punditry work alongside management. Macclesfield's success led to interest from other clubs – Savage said in March he had received at least one offer to manage at a higher level – but the former Wales international's attachment to the Silkmen has proved decisive. Smethurst said: 'Absolutely thrilled to be able to keep hold of Robbie despite offers from numerous clubs, the journey continues.'