Watch this space! Chester’s new signing “won’t be boring”

By Jon Couch
Chester chief executive Mark Maguire says bringing back Gary Roberts for an emotional homecoming will either prove to be a “stroke of genius” or “madness”.
The 30-year-old former England youth international has signed a short-term deal with the Blues after off-the-field problems derailed the career of the former Crewe Alexandra and Port Vale midfielder.
Now, though, after a spell at Southport earlier in the season, the boy from Blacon is back at his hometown club, and Maguire expects sparks to fly.
“What happens next will be largely down to Gary and will either be seen as a stroke of genius or madness, it certainly won't be boring,” Maguire told the Chester Chronicle.
“It's safe to say that Gary Roberts' name has been mentioned hundreds of times over the last couple of years and that he has a large number of people willing him to do well at the club. Equally, there is an awareness of a colourful existence that Gary has led in recent years.
“What is absolutely consistent though is everyone's assessment of Gary Roberts' footballing ability. On that basis, with completely open eyes and several honest conversations, he has been given the chance to play for his hometown club.”