Accrington Stanley have today made their twelfth signing of the summer as striker Dion Charles arrives from Southport for an undisclosed fee.

Accrington Stanley manager John Coleman admitted that it will feel good being back at the Wham Stadium for tomorrow night’s Carabao Cup clash with Sunderland, especially with the new playing surface.

Accrington Stanley striker Courtney Baker-Richardson admits that conversations with owner Andy Holt and manager John Coleman proved crucial in his decision to join the club on a season-long loan deal from Swansea City this afternoon.

Accrington Stanley have today made their second loan signing of the summer as striker Courtney Baker-Richardson arrives from Sky Bet Championship club Swansea City on a season-long loan, subject to international clearance.

The fundraising match between Accrington Stanley and Bury supporters on Saturday 10th August will be played on the 3G pitch at Accrington & Rossendale College, 12.30pm kick-off.