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Double signing boosts squad

FC United have made a further two signings this week as manager Karl Marginson looks to add to the strength of the squad and increase competition for places at this crucial time of the season.

The reds have signed midfielder Oliver Banks from North Ferriby.

Margy was keen to strengthen in the middle of the park, as he explained: "Oliver is a big lad, at around 6ft 2ins, and he can play in central midfield or on either side. He is very versatile and can fulfil a number of roles on the pitch, He will give us added stature in the middle of the park, where we sometimes lack a bit of physicality.

"He has impressed for a good North Ferriby side this season and I am sure he will prove to be a very valuable addition to our squad at a crucial point in the campaign.

"Midfield is a key area for us so I am always keen to add to that aspect of our squad. The way we play demands the correct use of the ball and Oliver can help us in that regard. We like to play football and in that vein this is a very positive signing for us."

Margy has also signed a young German centre back called Kevin Masirika, who joins United on a work experience agreement from Rochdale.

Margy said: "Kevin is only 17, but he already has an impressive pedigree. He started out at 1.FC Koln in Germany before moving to England and playing in Rochdale’s youth set up. We have been given the opportunity to take him on work experience and we jumped at the chance.

"I have been very impressed with what he has shown in training this week. He is another tall lad at over 6ft and he will bring a very welcome bit of competition in the back four. Along with our recent addition Sergio Rodriguez, we have a nice bit of continental influence in the squad, which will shake things up.

"I am very excited by these new signings, as I believe it is important to strengthen going into the final part of the season."



First Posted ~ 20:27 Thu 28 Mar 2013
News ID ~ 4817
Last Updated ~ 01:52 Tue 16 Feb 2021