He is understood to be on the verge of joining non-league Hyde United on semi-professional terms.

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And Saints have also brought in Hyde United's former Saint Kitts and Nevis Under-20 striker Matt Berkeley, 21.

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The match at Hyde United's ground will honour PCs Fiona Bone and Nicola Hughes who died in Mottram in September.

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Stafford Rangers and Fleetwood Town face tough away fixtures on the opening day, heading to Hyde United and Solihull Motors respectively.

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Jake Hyde scored the equaliser against Dunfermline on Tuesday having just signed for Lochee United.

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