MARK Beck is back at Darlington.
The prolific striker and Darlington favourite has returned to Quakers for a third spell, to the delight of boss Steve Watson, who believes the 32-year-old will prove to be a "really important signing" for his side.
It's a major boost for Darlington, who prioritised the signing of a striker this summer after losing Cedric Main to AFC Fylde.
And if Beck can rediscover anything like the form from his last spell at the club, Watson will be thrilled.
Beck was the National League North's top scorer with 15 goals for the campaign when he left Darlington for Solihull Moors in January, 2023.
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He's since has spells at Gateshead, Scunthorpe and Alfreton, and a second stint at Gateshead at the end of last season.
But he's now returned to Blackwell Meadows.
Watson said: "I'm absolutely delighted to get Mark over the line. I think he is going to be a really important signing and a key player for us.
"Having worked with him before, I know the qualities he brings. He also has a real affinity with Darlington, and the job he did during his previous spells here was fantastic.
"Hopefully we can recreate that success with him this time around.
"After losing Cedric Main at the end of the season, it was important that we brought in the right player. It took a little bit of time, but I could not be happier with the outcome.
"Mark is delighted to be back and ready to get started."
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