New Bourne boss Simon Daws is hoping the signing of a former Premier League striker can help start firing the Wakes up the United Counties League standings.

Former Aston Villa and Leicester City marksman Julian Joachim is poised to make his Wakes bow on Saturday in the home Division One clash with Raunds Town at the JJ Mac Stadium (kick-off 3pm) after joining as player-coach.

Bourne have received international clearance to register the 45-year-old who has also played for Coventry City and Leeds United.