We’re pleased to confirm that midfielder, Alex Payne, has signed a new contract, committing to the club for another year.

Having first arrived on loan from Darlington in February 2025, Payne’s performances in the black and white stripes of Heaton Stan led to a permanent switch to The Willow Park being confirmed a month later.

Payne started 14 times last campaign, and we’re looking forward to another season with him in the middle of the park.