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Newport County have signed goalkeeper Jonny Maxted following his departure from Northampton Town.

The 29-year-old will replace long-standing stopper Joe Day after his loan move to Woking and will challenge Nick Townsend between the sticks.

Liverpool defender Adam Lewis, 23, will also return on a season-long loan.

"Jonny came in a month ago and played for us in our friendly fixture against Pontypridd," Newport manager Graham Coughlan said.

"Jonny has also been training with us and has fitted in really well."

Having started his career at Doncaster Rovers, Maxted played for Hartlepool, Forest Green Rovers, Guiseley, Accrington Stanley, and Exeter City.

After 26 appearances for the Grecians between 2019 and 2021, he made the switch to Northampton.

"He's an experienced goalkeeper and has been in successful training rooms, such as recently promoted Northampton," Coughlan added.

"Jonny will challenge Nick for the number one jersey in the upcoming season."

Day, who has made more than 300 appearances during two spells at Newport, has joined National League side Woking on a season-long loan. His contract at Rodney Parade comes to an end in the summer of 2024.

Lewis made a lasting impression while on loan at Rodney Parade last season before his spell was cut short by injury in February.

"Adam is great to have at the back and it is fantastic to have him back around the club," Coughlan said.

"Adam gives us a couple of options and qualities that we were lacking previously.

"We'd like to thank Liverpool for helping us get this move complete."

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