Newry City AFC are pleased to announce the signing of Andrew Martin.

The 28-year-old centre-back makes a return to the club, having made 49 appearance in his previous spell before moving to Banbridge Town.

He becomes Manager Stuart King’s eighth signing of the close season, following Thomas Lockhart, Matthew Rendina, Jack Chambers, Scott McCullough, Lee Newell, Declan Carville and Jordan King.

“Coming back to Newry is massive for me personally and I believe that I’ve unfinished business here,” said Martin.

“Hopefully I can help Newry get back into the higher leagues where we belong. When Stuart got in touch, it was an easy decision to make and I’m glad to get it all sorted so quickly.

“I can’t forget about the passionate fans. They come in their numbers, week in week out. It’s a real family club and I’m looking forward to seeing them all again.”

“Andy was a no brainer for me to sign, I know all about him as a player from working with him before,” says King.

“He’s a big commanding centre half, definitely one of the best in his position at this level and is another player I know will play a big part in our project here.”

More signing announcements will follow in due course.

Photographs Courtesy of Brendan Monaghan Photography.