​Defenders Alfie Robinson and Callum Mackay sign new deals with Berwick Rangers

The 22-year-old made 33 appearances in all competitions last season, all but two of them starts, after arriving in Northumberland from Gretna 2008 last July.

Robinson, previously at Cowdenbeath and Coatbridge’s Albion Rovers, is glad to be staying put, telling Rangers’ Facebook feed: “I’m buzzing, to be fair.

“For me, just playing for the best team possible is always the plan and I think Berwick are arguably the best club in the league so there was no chance of me leaving, to be honest.”

Manager Kevin Haynes is equally delighted to have retained Glasgow-based Robinson’s services, saying: “Alfie is a composed and committed defender, earning plaudits for his consistency, work ethic and no-nonsense approach at the back.

“His ability to read the game, his physical attributes in both boxes and his calmness under pressure have made him a great asset to the defensive unit.

“During my time at the Wee ’Gers, Alfie has shown continuous development and a real desire to grow within the club’s environment.

“His dedication, both on and off the pitch, has not gone unnoticed and his re-signing is a clear indication of his desire to develop his promising career at the club.”

Fellow defender Callum Mackay has also signed a new one-year deal and is now set to make a comeback next season after being ruled out of the entirety of last term by injury.

The 21-year-old arrived at Shielfield Park from Edinburgh’s Spartans in July 2023 and went on to make 35 appearances, 31 of them starts, in his first season of senior football prior to sustaining a long-term knee injury in the last game of the campaign.

“Callum has had a hellish year, but, as a club, we have supported him and will continue to do that by offering him a new deal, which I’m over the Moon he has accepted,” said Haynes, 44.

“This new contract will allow him to get back to full fitness this summer and be ready to contribute once again when the season starts.

“I’ve witnessed his desire and dedication during his rehab work, and with the same attitude Cal will prove to be a great signing again.”