McBookie.com Superleague team Dyce have strengthened their squad ahead of the new season, which gets under way next week, with the signing of four experienced players.
Former Aberdeen midfielder Michele Lombardi joins from Deveronvale, while another former Vale player, left back Magnus Barclay has also arrived.
They will join up with former Culter pair Richard Shand, who captained the Crombie Park side, and attacker Jamie McAllister.
Dyce manager Mike McKenzie said: “It may be seen as a statement of intent but I think it’s more of a building process. When we lost to Hermes in the North Regional final at the end of last season, it was men against boys.
“All four bring experience and are winners and, if they can bring some of our younger players on in terms of mentality and professionalism, I’ll be happy.