Last updated at 11:56, Sunday, 22 July 2012

The striker who secured Workington Reds’ Conference North status last season is back training with the club.

Jordan Connerton

Jordan Connerton has been without a club since his release from League One side Crewe Alexandra but teamed up with Darren Edmondson’s squad for training on Thursday.

The 22-year-old netted the only goal as Workington beat Worcester on the final day of last season to preserve their tier six standing.

He was joined by experienced former Morecambe utility man Wayne Curtis.

Able to play as a striker and in midfield was a major plus for Edmondson.

Both will play against Queen of the South this afternoon – a game that is raising money for the Great North Air Ambulance’s Pride of Cumbria crew.

Edmondson said: “We all know the qualities Jordan has. He’s a goal scorer who provides us with a different option than Jonny (Wright) and Gareth (Arnison).

“Jordan can work well with the forwards we’ve got, as well as on his own, which offers us variety.

“Wayne is a player that has been around for a long time, but is still young enough to make a difference.

“He’s a player who can play up front or in midfield, which is vital at this level.

“We need players who can play a number of positions because our budget is not the biggest. No decisions will be made for a couple of weeks, but it’s great that we have these players involved.”

Trialist Neil Wainwright has left Borough Park after two weeks training with the club.

Edmondson said he opted against signing the ex-Darlington midfielder due to financial restraints and his preference to youth.

First published at 10:56, Saturday, 21 July 2012
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