Barrow have signed four new defenders in one day, including Peterborough Sports right-back Marcel Oakley and former Glentoran left-back Danny Amos. As of 24 Jun 2026, Barrow stand at 24th in England League Two, with 36 points from 46 games, and a recent form of LLLWL.

What happened?

Barrow signed Marcel Oakley and Danny Amos on two-year deals, along with fellow defenders Kennedy Digie and Xavier Benjamin.

Why it matters for Barrow

These signings are crucial for Barrow, who are looking to strengthen their squad after a tough season. The new defenders will bring fresh energy and skills to the team.

What comes next?

The Bluebirds will be looking to integrate their new signings into the team ahead of the new season. With the latest transfer news, Barrow fans can expect an exciting season ahead.

| Stat | Value | | --- | --- | | League standing | 24th in England League Two | | Points | 36 | | Recent form | LLLWL | | Last result | Barrow 1-2 Newport County (2026-05-02) | And with these new signings, Barrow are gearing up for a strong comeback in the next season. But for now, the focus is on preparing the team for the upcoming matches. So, what can we expect from the new defenders? The answer lies in their skills and experience. Marcel Oakley, 23, started his career with Birmingham City and had loan spells in Scotland with Queen's Park and Arbroath. Danny Amos, 26, left Glentoran last month after making 81 appearances over two seasons. Kennedy Digie, 29, joins having spent two seasons with Tamworth and made 44 league appearances for the Lambs last term. Xavier Benjamin, 22, has previously played for Cardiff City and Dunfermline, and spent last season with Enfield Town in National League South, making 43 league appearances.