Former Huddersfield Town midfielder Ian Craney has joined Conwy Borough.
And their manager Darren Moss says his old Morecambe teammate can play a crucial role in getting the club into the Welsh Premier League.
Conwy are currently in the Cymru Alliance, the second-tier league based in North and Central Wales.
Liverpudlian midfielder Craney, now 31, played for Town from 2008-10.
He made 35 appearances, scoring six goals, after signing from Accrington.
He had a loan stint at Morecambe, playing alongside Moss, in 2009-10, before a permanent move from Town to Fleetwood.
Craney has also played for Altrincham, Swansea, Rochdale, Telford and Stockport.
He said: “I have had a few offers from clubs in the Welsh Premier League and Conference North.
“But as soon as I heard Darren was managing Conwy, this was the only place I wanted to play.
“I’ve had some great times with Mossy when we were together at Morecambe.
“He is someone I respect and I will do everything I can to try and help us win the league under his guidance.
“I am really looking forward to the new season.”
Moss said: “I am excited to announce the signing of Ian.
“It’s huge for the club. Ian has vast experience in the Football League and is a player that I been tracking for some time.
“He has the ability to win games with his creativity.
“After meeting him at the ground and explaining our plans I know he can’t wait to get going.
“He is a great lad and down to earth and a massive capture.”
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