Buxton take Aston on loan as Oxford City re-sign Westendorf and Hereford extend Merrett

Buxton have signed midfielder Sam Aston on loan from Sheffield United.

The 20-year-old is the captain of the Blades' U21 side. Buxton said he brings "technical quality, leadership, and national title-winning experience" to the club's midfield, and that he went straight into the squad for Tuesday night's game.

Oxford City have re-signed striker Isaac Westendorf on loan from Torquay United. The club described him as a pacy and powerful striker.

At Hereford, Will Merrett's loan from Forest Green Rovers has been extended until January.

Chester have recalled goalkeeper Alex Brown from his loan spell at Northern Premier League Division One West club Lower Breck.

Finley Wilkinson has left Bedford Town, who said the attacking player will complete a transfer to another club later this week. He will remain part of the club's academy set-up.

Spalding United confirmed the departure of Dan Wilks, thanking him for his contribution to last season's play-off promotion.