Abnett heads to the seaside

By Ian Townsend

Moatside defender joins the Saunders revolution


We've more transfer news about a former Moatsider- and for once, it isn't to confirm that he's signing for Kingstonian! Actually, we already confirmed- last month- that he was joining Kingstonian, so it appears that he has had a change of heart.

Michael Abnett made his Margate debut in a pre-season draw with Welling United yesterday, moving to Hartsdown Park after being a crucial part of Merstham's success in reaching the Playoff Final last season. The former Crystal Palace Academy player originally joined Merstham in 2013/14, and will be greatly missed by supporters at Moatside.

Read more on this story by heading to the Margate website, here.

Where next?

Hop Oast no more! Hornets rename their new stadium The Camping World Community Stadium is due to open shortly

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