Transfer News: Fridge Hoping For Busy Summer
Despite recent press reports to the contrary, Nairn County manager Les Fridge has NOT added to his squad this week. But the manager did say he was on the brink of making what he described as a "major signing".
The Press and Journal reported on Wednesday that: "(Elgin City players) Steven Mackay and midfielder Craig Campbell have rejected new contract offers and are both in talks with Highland League side Nairn County who have agreed to sign Black and Whites goalkeeper Ally Ridgers."
"Callum Donaldson has done a very good job and is the man in possession of the number one jersey and that might put Ally off a little. However, I have always carried two good goalkeepers at the club and that is something I want to continue."
He added: "I have spoken to Craig briefly but I believe both Buckie Thistle and Deveronvale are also keen on him and that two in particular are challenging for everyone that becomes available at the moment."
One of the manager's main priorities of the summer is securing the long term future of defender/midfielder David Hind. The ex-Inverness
Another player heavily linked with a move to Station Park recently is Clach winger Blair Lawrie. But the former Highland League Young Player of the Year has seen his availability restricted after joining the police force. Fridge commented: "I have officially enquired to Clach about Blair (Lawrie) but obviously his career situation puts his availability in doubt at the moment.
"All of these players are of high calibre. Therefore, when they become available, I would not be doing my job if I was not speaking to them and trying to bring them on board."
County are also rumoured to be interested in former striker Darren Shallicker, also now at Elgin City, Clach duo Gordon McNab and David Watson and Forres Mechanics striker Ryan Green, also a former Nairn player. However, the club's only official summer signing so far has been Jason Robertson. Meanwhile, goalkeeper John Campbell remains on the transfer list and interested parties are invited to email [email protected] or contact the manager directly.