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Notts County has secured the signing of Connor Lemonheigh-Evans, a renowned midfielder from Stockport County, on a loan deal until the end of the season. Lemonheigh-Evans, who scored a hat-trick against Notts County for Torquay United last season, has become one of the National League's best players after his good performance in the league. Head coach Luke Williams, who previously worked with Lemonheigh-Evans at Bristol City, said he was happy to see the club sign the player. "It’s a happy coincidence for me that a player like Connor has been suggested to me by the recruitment team so favourably," said Williams. "Although he spent a lot of time out on loan, I obviously got to know Connor very well at Bristol City. "He was versatile, tough, excellent with the ball and, wherever he played, he could score. I have so many good memories of his performances in training and in games. "One of the first conversations I had with him was to tell him I thought he was a League One-quality player. I’d just been working at that level with Swindon and instantly thought Connor and a couple of other guys, Aden Baldwin included, could have held their own at that level with the right management, even though they were just teenagers. I’d be amazed if he doesn’t go on to do that." According to Williams, Lemonheigh-Evans' competitive and spirited nature is one of his most significant qualities. “I went to watch Connor’s senior debut for Bristol City against Watford in the FA Cup,” said the boss. “Watford had a strong Premier League side led by Troy Deeney and Connor was very, very good. “Shortly after that he went on loan to Torquay, winning the National League South, and, as Notts fans know, he was then a crucial part of a team pushing for promotion from the National League, being named in the Team of the Year before getting his move to the EFL. “You can only do that if you have that competitive nature and I think he’ll fit in with the guys here, so many of whom are tough competitors – winners who can perform over and over again. “Hopefully he’ll recognise that he’s among the same type of guys once he settles in.” Join in with the Pride of Nottingham community, by visiting our dedicated dashboard page. Be a part of the Pride of Nottingham community and share your views within our friendly community!

Notts County continued their unbeaten league run with a 4-0 win over Southend United. The win extended their lead at the top of the National League to five points. Macauley Langstaff and Sam Austin were instrumental in the home team's seventh straight win, with each of them scoring a brace. Langstaff scored his eighth goal in his last five games. In the 18th minute, he latched onto a perfectly-weighted pass from Ruben Rodrigues. Austin doubled the lead for Notts County just before half-time with a well-placed header from John Bostock's cross. Langstaff and Rodrigues combined again in the 56th minute, with the former scoring his ninth goal in five games with a superb finish from a tight angle. Austin completed his brace with an emphatic finish in the closing stages of the match, securing the home team's third successive match with four goals. Despite the comfortable win, Notts County must still be wary of second-placed Wrexham, who remain in the hunt for the top spot with two games in hand. In their latest match, Wrexham secured a 2-0 win over Scunthorpe with the help of two penalties. Notts County will be looking to hold onto their lead at the top of the table, while Wrexham will be hoping to close the gap and challenge for the title in the coming weeks. Share your thoughts about the game on Pride of Nottingham by signing up to the website, visiting the forum and joining in the chat with hundreds of fellow Notts County fans. Fancy showcasing your brand or business on Pride of Nottingham? Click here to find out more about sponsorship and advertising opportunities with us.