We are pleased to welcome another two new recruits to the club ahead of this week’s fixtures.

The first is Henry Hawkins. A towering left-sided central defender, the 21-year-old came through QPR’s academy system and has since gained experience with Whitehawk, Beaconsfield and Farnborough.

The second is midfielder Bayley Brown: Another physical presence, Bayley joins having left Hemel Hempstead Town. The 27-year-old came through the Spurs youth ranks, and has since gained significant experience with the likes of Chesham, Hendon, and St Albans City.

“We felt that working with three centre backs was not enough and Alex [Solomon] is not yet fit”, said manager Gavin Macpherson. “If we lose Dan back to Derby on January 1st, we’re back down to three so I had to think ahead … I’ve been very aware of Henry for two or three years now and have tried to bring him in on a couple of occasions. He’s 6-foot-four and left-footed so hopefully will fit in perfectly.”

“We may lose both Alfie and Christian so again I am planning ahead. Bayley may not need much introduction to some people. He’s been at step 2 for many years at St Albans and Hampton & Richmond as well as Hemel. He’s mainly a central midfielder and began his career as a youngster with Spurs. If we end up being top heavy, so be it, but I can’t wait that long.”

“What we’re doing is bringing in two that are permanently with us, rather than loans.”