Bury have signed Northwich forward James Dean on a one year contract. Dean played 20 times for Northwich last season, scoring four times, after joining the club from Clitheroe. Morecambe have signed striker Jon Newby following his release by Southport. Newby, a former Liverpool trainee, has managed just two senior goals in two years.
Mansfield have signed midfielder Lee Bell following his release from Crewe after five years as a pro. MK Dons have signed Mustapha Carayol from Swindon after a successful trial. The 18 year old was coached by MK Dons boss Paul Ince at the County Ground.
Former Premiership defender Dean Richards has joined Bradford as a coach. The 33 year old quit playing two years ago following illness.