MARLON Jackson will not be back at Oxford City this season after signing a one-year contract with Newport County.

The 25-year-old striker, (pictured left), who enjoyed two spells at Marsh Lane, penned a deal with the Sky Bet League Two club after a successful trial period.

Jackson said: ā€œIā€™m delighted to get everything signed and I am happy to be a Newport County player for the season ahead.ā€

Meanwhile, City make the trip to Brackley Town today for their penultimate pre-season friendly ahead of the start of their Vanarama National League South campaign against Welling United next weekend.

The beginning of the Evo-Stik Southern League season is also six days away.

Wantage Town have looked to strengthen in Division 1 South & West, with the acquisitions of goalkeeper Connor Johns and midfielder Sam Brown.

The Alfredians host Blackfield & Langley today.

Didcot Town travel to Rushden, Kidlington face Lydney Town and Premier Division outfit Banbury United make the trip to Wellingborough Town.