Basford United are delighted to confirm that first team manager Mark Clifford, assistant Liam Hearn and coach Wayne Scott have all accepted 15-month deals, running until May 2023.

Commenting on the excellent news, chair and owner Chris Munroe said: “I am delighted to offer “Cliffy”, Liam and Wayne these deals and I am really enthused.

“Whilst this season has been a tough one, we have shown a good upturn in performances over recent weeks, and I believe strong foundations are in place build momentum for the remainder of the season and pursue a real run at promotion next year.

“They can now get to work with long term security. With every member of the first team under a contract option, we have never had so much flexibility to assess and plan for next season.

“We will also be very active in recruitment, enhancing the group to get us back amongst the elite of the Northern Premier League, Premier division.”