Defender Liam Angel has re-united with his former Yate Town boss Paul Michael at the Martyrs.

The 23-year-old is a former Cardiff City youth player, Newport County professional and Wales international right up to under-19 level.

The centre-back arrived at now former Southern Division One South side Cinderford Town from Newport in the summer of 2017 and grew into his first season in senior football, and it was with the Foresters that he first played under Paul Michael.

A physical player who will not shy away and likes to pass the ball with an excellent left foot, he switched to Southern Premier Division South outfit Yate in July 2020.

Merthyr manager Paul Michael told his club’s website: “I’ve worked with Ange for a long time now and he keeps getting better and better.

“He’s a player moving towards the prime of his career and Merthyr Town is getting one of the best about. One of the best as a centre-back, he’s got a bit of everything, he enjoys defending, puts his body in the line, and reads the game really well. He also has an excellent range of passing and the ability to play into midfield or through the lines, and he’s an excellent communicator and leader on the pitch.

“Ange is also one of the best off the pitch to, he’ll settle in quickly with the boys and I’m sure the supporters will take to him because he’s so passionate and will give everything for the jersey”.