Altrincham winger Charlie Kirk has signed a new deal to remain with the Robins next season.
The 28-year-old played 37 National League games for Alty last season after joining from Barrow in June 2025.
Image source, Getty ImagesAltrincham have signed forward Kristian Dennis and goalkeeper Owen Evans.
Dennis, 36, joins having left Tranmere Rovers, where he played for three seasons in League Two.
Evans, 29, moves from League Two Barnet and has made more than 150 EFL appearances in his career.
Dennis said: "I'm looking forward to starting pre-season training, getting to know the lads and the coaching staff and gearing up for the new season.
"It's great to be here and I'm looking forward to playing in front of the fans. The season can't start soon enough."
Their arrivals make it six summer signings for Alty boss Neil Gibson so far, and he says he has watched Evans over the past 10 years.
Gibson said: "He's become an excellent senior goalkeeper after being a highly regarded youngster at Wigan Athletic and playing for Wales Under-21s.
"He sets really high standards, has got a wealth of experience at National League level and was heavily involved in Barnet winning promotion to the EFL in 2024/25."
Image source, ShutterstockLiam Humbles made just one appearance for Rochdale
Altrincham have re-signed midfielder Liam Humbles from Rochdale on a permanent deal.
The 22-year-old spent the second half of last season on loan with Altrincham, making 19 National League appearances and scoring three goals.
Humbles also spent time on loan at Moss Lane during the 2024-25 season when he was with Salford City.
Altrincham have not disclosed the length of the contract.
Image source, ShutterstockAidan Barlow has scored eight goals and registered 14 assists in 82 career appearances in the National League
Altrincham have signed former Rochdale midfielder Aidan Barlow.
The 26-year-old made 38 National League appearances last season to help the Dale win promotion to League Two and scored five goals.
Barlow is a product of the Manchester United youth academy and had spells with Doncaster Rovers and Eastleigh before joining Rochdale in 2024.
He joins the Robins for free after his Rochdale contract expired at the end of the 2025-26 campaign and becomes Altrincham's second summer signing following the arrival of ex-Tranmere Rovers forward Sam Taylor.
Image source, ShutterstockTranmere academy graduate Sam Taylor had a brief loan spell with Oldham Athletic in January 2025
Altrincham have signed former Tranmere Rovers forward Sam Taylor.
The 22-year-old was one of 12 players to leave the League Two club upon expiration of his contract at the end of last season.
Taylor came through the Tranmere academy and made six first team appearances after signing his first professional contract at Prenton Park in 2022.
He spent most of the 2025-26 campaign on loan at NIFL Premiership side Linfield, where he scored two goals in 33 appearances in all competitions.
Image source, Getty ImagesIsaac Marriott made 51 appearances in all competitions for Altrincham in 2025-26
Barrow have signed midfielder Isaac Marriott and forward Olly Crankshaw from National League rivals Altrincham.
Marriott, 26, made 148 National League appearances for Alty after joining in December 2021.
Meanwhile, Crankshaw, 27, scored 10 goals in 30 appearances for Altrincham last season and previously won promotion from the National League with Stockport County.
"[Marriott] is somebody we know we can rely on week in and week out," boss Adam Murray told the club website., external
"[Crankshaw] had options to go into the English Football League but he decided he wanted to jump into our journey here at Barrow. He doesn't just bring a lot of creativity, he's also a big character who wants success."
Barrow, relegated from League Two last season, have not disclosed the length of the deals Marriott and Crankshaw have signed.
Image source, ShutterstockMatty Kosylo has scored 19 goals for Altrincham
Winger Matty Kosylo has agreed a new deal to remain at National League club Altrincham next season.
The 33-year-old winger has made 154 appearances since arriving from AFC Fylde in 2020.
"This club has become a massive part of my life over the last six years, so I'm delighted to be staying," he said.
"The support I've had from the fans since day one has been incredible and I'm excited to keep creating more memories together."
Image source, ShutterstockTom Crawford (R) missed only two National League games for Altrincham last season
Club captain Tom Crawford has agreed a new two-year contract to stay at Altrincham.
The midfielder, who turns 27 later this week, joined the Robins from Hartlepool two years ago and has since scored seven goals in 86 league appearances.
"From the moment I walked into this club, it's felt like home," said Crawford, who was handed the captain's armband by manager Neil Gibson in February.
"The support the fans have given me has been unbelievable. I'm delighted to commit my future to Altrincham and keep building something special together."
