Goalkeeper James Coates has left the Lilywhites.

The experienced 33-year-old numbers Kidsgrove Athletic, Northwich Victoria, Rhyl, Guiseley AFC and Alrincham amongst his other former clubs.

‪The first of three new signings to announce is the arrival of Sam Heathcote from NPL Premier Division outfit Hyde United.

‪Heathcote, a young centre-back, who has also played at Altrincham and Ramsbottom United, is the son of Alty legend Graham Heathcote.

‪Secondly, goalkeeper Matt Cooper has joined from league rivals Colwyn Bay.

Cooper joined Bay from Glossop North End, having played for the Derbyshire club at Wembley in the 2009/10 FA Vase final against Whitley Bay.

He then had three seasons at Witton Albion prior to a short spell with Marine AFC, before returning to Glossop last season.

‪Last but certainly not least, the third signing is Danny Wilkins, a centre-forward, who joins from another league rival, Colne.

Wilkins signed for Colne a year or so back from Stalybridge Celtic after enjoying a spell at Ashton United.

He started his career at Blackburn Rovers where he spent eight years in the academy before leaving Ewood Park.

His non-League goals saw him chased by many clubs as he enjoyed spells at Bamber Bridge, Clitheroe, Padiham, Kendal Town and Ramsbottom United,

Trafford manager Tom Baker told http://www.traffordfc.co.uk: “I am really happy to bring all three of these lads in & they will be important additions to what is already a strong squad. Competition for places is a must if we’re going to continue to progress and move forward. ‪Not only are they good players, they are also good characters & the kind of people who are important to us as a club!”

Meanwhile, Anthony Brown has left the club by mutual consent – the former Witton Albion and Burscough centre-half having joined in the summer.

Baker added: “After a long chat with Anthony, both he and I agreed that it was best he moved on from the club.

“Anthony currently has a lot of commitments outside of football that has made it difficult for him from a travel point of view. I have no regrets in signing him in the first place and I think he would echo that. He is a top lad and a great player but unfortunately, sometimes things just don’t work out - it’s just the way it is. I’m sure everyone will join me in wishing him all the best in the future and he goes with my utmost respect”.