MANAGER Mark Collier has moved to strengthen his Chippenham Town squad ahead of the push for promotion from the Evo-Stik League Southern Premier Division with a double swoop today.

Midfielder Jay Malpas and forward Ben Whitehead have linked up with the Hardenhuish Park club, who currently lie second in the table behind leaders Poole Town.

Malpas, 19,  is a first year pro at Bristol Rovers and joins the Wiltshire side on a one month loan.

Whitehead arrives from Wantage Town, having scored 18 league goals this season.

Both players are available for this Saturday's league game against Kings Lynn.