Mark Roberts
Date of birth: October 16, 1983 in Crewe
Age: 24
Signed: July 2008 from Accrington Stanley
Contract: Until June 2010
Previous clubs: Northwich Victoria, Chester City (loan), Southport (loan), Crewe Alexandra, Vauxhall Motors

Vics finally captured classy stopper Roberts after he played a key role in their bid for survival in the Blue Square Premier at the end of last season.

Potentially one of the best defenders in the league, he is sure to make a big impression for his home town club.

Spent the last six months of the 2006/07 season at the club under Steve Burr before leaving for Accrington Stanley in acrimonious circumstances that summer when an FA tribunal set a paltry £4,500 transfer fee.

A stand-in skipper in the absence of Michael Welch, Roberts ability to read the game is a vital weapon in breaking up opposition attacks.

Last update on Wednesday, October 8, 2008.