BURY boss Graham Barrow has called on old friend Ray Mathias, the former Tranmere Rovers boss, to help him out on an unpaid basis.

Mathias was installed before last Saturday's 2-0 home victory over Leyton Orient and plans to stay at Gigg Lane for as long as Barrow needs him.

"I needed some help and I am really glad Ray has joined the club," said Barrow. "I couldn't do all the work myself, and Ray is a good friend of mine. He kindly offered to help and I think it will benefit the club."

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