Darlington duo Nick Liversidge and Lewis Hardman have both been handed new one-year deals.

Quakers boss Dave Penney believes goalkeeper Liversidge and midfielder Hardman - who are both 19 - are both primed for bright futures at the Darlington Arena.

"It is an absolute pleasure to be able to offer new contracts to Lewis and Nick," said Penney.

"I believe these two young lads have a bright future if they stick to doing the right things and work hard."

Out-of-contract defender Tim Ryan, meanwhile, has been given the chance to prove his fitness after overcoming a hamstring strain in order to earn a new deal.

Penney added: "Tim has found it hard to recapture the form I know he is capable of but I am prepared to let him come back, prove his fitness and earn a new deal."