Charlie Loss and Richard French join Merthyr Saints

Merthyr Saints have announced the signings of Charlie Loss and Richard French.

Both players join the South Wales Alliance League outfit from higher divisions. 

Midfielder Loss joins from Goytre whilst French moves on from Taffs Well. 

Prior to joining Goytre, Loss played for Aberbargoed Buds, Merthyr Town and Ton Pentre. 

He joins Merthyr Saints having previously worked under their manager.

Commenting on his first addition, first-team manager Rhys Llewelyn said: “I am delighted to finally get Charlie to the Saints, he has been a target for me since joining the club last season.

“Everything at the Saints is moving forward and the club is making big strides forward in all areas, the first signing shows this. 

“Being able to attract a player like Charlie really displays how good it is at the club.

“I have worked with Charlie before, so I am looking forward to seeing him prove how good a player he is.“

French last season scored four goals in the Cymru South for the Wellmen.

The 36-year-old played for Cambrian & Clydach Vale, Merthyr Town, Neath and Newport County, before embarking on a spell at Rhiw’r Ddar. 

Assistant manager Kerry Morgan, a former teammate of French, was a pull in securing what is a marquee signing in the form of the former Taffs Well striker.

“Myself and Rhys are very happy to see Frenchy join us this season, not just as a player but as an experienced figure in and around the club,” said Morgan.

“With plenty of quality, Frenchy will be a big part of the club and we are excited to get his opinions on how the club is moving both on and off the pitch. 

“Everything at the club is coming together and it shows when we are able to attract players like Frenchy.” 

More business is expected at the ICI Rifle Ground with the registration window now open for clubs. 

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