Alex Akrofi and George Beavan have signed new deals with Tonbridge.

Striker Akrofi has scored 13 goals since joining from Hastings while Beavan, currently sidelined with a finger injury, has been a rock in defence.

The pair were non-contract players and boss Steve McKimm was keen to tie them down.

He said: “It’s great news. I’m pleased they’ve agreed and there may be a couple more in the not-too-distant future.

“Alex has been in a rich vein of form, scoring goals and people will be sniffing around him. I didn’t want to get involved in a bidding war in the summer.

“He was happy with the deal I offered. He loves the club, loves the players and he’s flourishing. As for George, he’s done ever so well.

“He’s the sort of player I want, a warrior who puts his head in where it hurts. Whether we’re Ryman Prem or Conference South next season, I need people like him.”

Tonbridge are up to third in the Ryman League, Premier Division, after a goalless draw at Leatherhead last Saturday and a 1-1 draw with second-placed Havant on Tuesday.

Akrofi gave Angels an early lead against Havant but Jason Prior levelled with eight minutes left.

Tonbridge host fourth-placed Needham Market on Saturday with the teams separated by goal difference.

That’s followed by fellow play-off hopefuls Leiston away on Tuesday.