LLANDUDNO manager Iwan Williams has enjoyed a very active transfer window, and sports reporter Dean Jones runs the rule over each new signing below.

Cai Owen (Bangor City):

The highly touted youngster has opted to stay in the top flight following the Citizens’ demotion to the Huws Gray Alliance, and there is no doubt he has a huge future in the game if he continues to develop at his current rate.

Williams has plenty of experience in bringing through young talent, while assistant Matty Williams is another who has seen and done it all in the game and will be another useful learning tool in Owen’s overall progress.

Mark Connolly (Rhyl):

While most of the signings made by Williams arrive aiming to prove themselves at the top of the Welsh pyramid, Connolly has a proven track record of WPL success with Bala Town before spending last season with the Lilywhites.

His leadership qualities and experience will be vital during difficult stages of the campaign, and his composure on the ball is sure to benefit Tudno going forward.

Alun Webb (Gallivare Malmbergets FF):

A tricky winger with bags of potential, Webb comes back to home soil after a spell in Sweden and is aiming to re-establish himself in the domestic game.

He was one of Rhyl’s standout performers before moving to the continent last season, and anything close to that sort of form is going to ensure Webb has a role to play within the set-up.

Ieuan Hewitt (Flint Town United):

Hewitt is an imposing defender with a huge physical presence, but he is also extremely composed with the ball at his feet which is essential for any top flight back-line player in the modern game.

He looks more than ready for the step-up to WPL level, and Williams has been shrewd in bringing in plenty of experience so that there is not too much pressure on Hewitt heading into the new season.

Steve Thomas (Holywell Town):

Thomas was arguably the best defender operating in the second tier last season, and he has been at the heart everything good at Halkyn Road for more than a decade.

While there are no guarantees that any player will make a successful transition to the WPL, there is little doubt that the left-back will be a huge hit and attracted plenty of interest from other clubs from across the region.

Michael Pearson (Connah’s Quay):

The experienced defender returns to his hometown club after a great spell with the Nomads, and this was another significant coup for Williams given that Quay boss Andy Morrison really wanted him to stay around.

His reading of the game is absolutely outstanding and Pearson also possesses a fantastic engine, something that is sure to see him become an instant fans’ favourite at the Giant Hospitality Stadium.

Zyaac Edwards (Prestatyn Town):

Edwards is one of three brothers that have joined Tudno this summer, and although things did not work out with the Seasiders last term, the forward is sure to have learnt plenty from the experience to stand him in good stead this time around.

Dan Westwood (Stafford Rangers):

Westwood comes with a fine goalscoring pedigree throughout the English non-league system, and he will be tasked with filling the shoes left by departed top scorer Marc Williams.

He will need to hit the ground running, as all strikers do, but he has plenty of creative options around him so opportunities to find the target should be plentiful.

Shaun Pearson (Holywell Town):

The goalkeeping area was a particular problem for Williams last season, but that is no longer the case as Pearson is a commanding presence with a safe pair of hands that will undoubtedly provide some stability to the position.

He is another of the main contributing factors behind Holywell’s achievements under Johnny Haseldin, and his shot stopping ability has really caught the eye in recent seasons.

Zebb Edwards (Prestatyn Town):

Zebb is another who joins from Prestatyn and was on the fringes of the first team during their campaign, but he is young, willing and has the right qualities to make a real impact when he is presented with an opportunity.

Kai Edwards (Connah’s Quay):

Of all the signings Williams has made this summer, Edwards is the one that really stood out and he is a superb addition to the defensive ranks.

He can play either full-back or centre half and has been one of the top players anywhere in the country for a number of years now, and you can see just how highly is was thought of by former boss Morrison judging by his angry reaction to his departure.

Damian Ketley (Prestatyn Town):

Ketley is a physical figure who leads the line very well, and although he may not be the most prolific of forwards, his ability to bring others into play and hold the ball up to relieve pressure make him a very valuable commodity.

Anthony Marshall (Llandudno Albion):

The gifted youngster signed his first senior deal after a spell at Albion under Paul Cheung, and given the amount of quality within the squad he can go at his own pace and learn from figures such as Toby Jones and Danny Hughes in terms of what is takes to be a consistent performer at WPL level.