The centre-half left Newark in March and wanted to move to a club near to his home.

Robinson told https://www.longeatonutd.co.uk: “I have a baby on the way, so when the opportunity came about to play for Long Eaton it was perfect because the club is local to me.

“I know Adam Campbell, Ian Deakin and Craig Swinscoe share my ambitions to win trophies and be part of a successful team, so I am looking forward to it.”

The club’s facilities impressed Robinson, who previously played for the club early on in his career.

He added: “I went down to Grange Park on Tuesday to have a look around and it is great, I used to play for Long Eaton when I was 17 years old and Mick Galloway was in charge.

“It has improved massively, it has the 4G turf and the pitch looks immaculate. It is a really good setup and when you have a good home ground it makes your Saturday’s much more enjoyable.”

Robinson played 31 matches for Midland League title contenders Newark last season and his performances in defence impressed Blues` manager Ian Deakin, who said: “We are very happy to welcome Mitchell to the club - he is a player who has great leadership qualities and ability.

“He was one of the best defenders in the MFL last year and can play a number of positions. He is a local lad and will add a lot of quality to the side.”

Robinson is familiar with the coaching staff at Long Eaton, he worked with Campbell at Stapleford Town in the 2017/18 and 2018/19 seasons and captained the side to two titles and a cup victory.

Last season Deakin and Swinscoe coached Robinson at Ilkeston Town before they left the club.

Robinson said: “I used to train with Ilkeston twice a week, but I never actually played in the league. When the new management came in, it did not work out and I moved on to Newark.”

Robinson is a versatile player who is comfortable in midfield and defence. However, he sees himself playing at centre-half for Long Eaton.

Robinson said: “My strengths are winning headers and my physicality, so I think playing at the back suits me better than in midfield”.