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Barrow AFC boss Adam Murray says the club have done their homework to bring in the right players. The Bluebirds have made several summer signings, including Marcel Oakley and Olly Crankshaw.
What's the plan?
Murray is pleased with the business done so far, saying the new signings will represent the badge and connect with supporters.
He told the club's official YouTube channel: “We’ve got a certain way that we want to play and a certain way we want to go about things, and that’s highlighted in our recruitment.”
Key signings
Marcel Oakley is a right back, very quick and dynamic, while Olly Crankshaw has an X-Factor and can score goals.
| Player | Position |
|---|---|
| Marcel Oakley | Right back |
| Olly Crankshaw | Forward |
Current context
As of 25 Jun 2026, Barrow are 24th in League Two, with 36 points from 46 games, and 51 points behind leaders Bromley. Their recent form has been LLLWL, with a last result of Barrow 1-2 Newport County on 2026-05-02.
Looking ahead
Murray believes the new signings will help improve the team's performance, and he's happy with the people they've brought in. The club will look to build on their summer signings and improve their standing in League Two.
