Barnoldswick Town have appointed Matt Barnes as their new manager.

He takes over from Danny Craig after leaving Hallmark Security League premier Division rivals Maine Road at the end of the season.

He will be joined at the Silentnight Stadium by assistants Hugh Devlin and Matthew Cavanagh.

Lewis Clemmett is joining Town as goalkeeping coach, and Endrit Shehu as first team coach.

Endrit is UEFA 'B' qualified, is currently working towards his UEFA 'A' licence, and has also been involved with managing Colne's under-18 team.

A statement on the Barnoldswick Town website said: "Matt is passionate about football and wants to strive towards high standards within the football club he is involved with.

"He is currently the North Manchester area co-ordinator for Everton FC Academy, starting out as a general scout in the Bury area.

"Matt has a very good knowledge and understanding of football and an eye for talent, which enables him to identify the standards that are acceptable and appropriate for the different levels of football.

"As a schoolboy he was at Blackburn Rovers FC Academy & Oldham Athletic FC School of Excellence.

"During his adult playing career he was involved with Salford City, Trafford FC, Ramsbottom United, Atherton Collieries, Nelson, Oldham Town, Walshaw Sports and Elton Vale."

Barnes is thrilled to take up the challenge. he said:"I am thrilled and excited to be trusted, along with my management team, to be appointed to lead this fantastic club and build on the excellent foundations that Danny and his team have put in place.

"We are extremely proud, and we are looking forward to a great season. Thanks to chairman Stewart Airdrie and the board for appointing us, and here's to the future".