Bury secure services of Ashton United midfielder

Navarro, 26, becomes Anthony Johnson's first signing for the club since taking over the reins last Wednesday.

The pair initially worked together during their time at Radcliffe, with the attacking midfielder finishing the 2022/23 season as their top scorer with 16 goals to his name.

A former Hull and Bolton academy player, Navarro has also featured for the likes of Bamber Bridge, Buxton, Stafford Rangers, FC United of Manchester and, most recently, Ashton United.

He scored six times in 25 appearances during his time at Hurst Cross.

On the acquisition of Navarro, Shakers boss Anthony Johnson said: "I’m delighted to be able to bring in Luca as my first signing.

"I felt we needed to add something different from an attacking point of view, and Luca covers a couple of positions higher up the pitch. 

"Having played for me before, he knows how I work and knows what the expectations are of playing for Bury. 

“It was important that my first signing was someone who can excite the fans, someone who knows where the goal is and someone who is a proven winner at this level and above.”

Navarro will go straight in contention to make his debut for Bury on Tuesday evening away at Shifnal Town.