Dartford begin their pre-season training on Thursday and there will be a familiar face among the newcomers.

Manager Tony Burman will introduce his four new signings to last season’s squad and former keeper Tony Kessell (pictured) will be among those hoping to impress.

Kessell, who has made close to 150 appearances for the Darts, left in October to join Thamesmead after losing his place in the side to Andy Young.

Burman was reluctant to let the keeper go last season and will be keen to see what he has to offer.

"He’s come back with a view to staying," said the Darts boss. "It’s not far for him to travel and he’s come to have a go and to be part of the squad. He’ll be fighting for a place along with Andy Young and Derren Ibrahim."

Burman will also be keeping a close eye on the under-21 players who will be training alongside the first team.

The Darts open their pre-season campaign next Saturday (July 11) with a home game against League 1 side Norwich City and ticket sales are going well, with over 1,500 already sold.