LEAMINGTON have beaten competition from several clubs to sign Kai Sanchez Tonge following his departure from Stamford.
The 28-year-old spent the last 18 months at Stamford in the Southern League Premier Central.
He finished as the club’s joint top scorer and won the managers’ player of the season award last season.
Brakes boss Scott Easterlow said: “I have no doubts that Kai will fast become a fans favourite here.
“He works himself into the ground every time he steps onto the field and is a real honest lad who is a nightmare for defenders.
“His pace and goals will be vital for us this season.”
Tonge added: “There was strong interest this summer, but the conversations I had with Scotty made my decision an easy one.
“This is the club I wanted to join, and I’m really looking forward to the challenge ahead.”
The Leicester-born forward began his career with Blaby and Whetstone Athletic before moving to Hinckley AFC.
He also spent time at Bedworth United, Quorn and Evesham United before he scored 65 goals in 90 appearances for Coleshill Town.
Tonge made the switch to Harborough Town in September 2023 and helped the club win promotion from the Northern Premier League Midlands division.
He scored in Harborough’s play-off final victory against Anstey Nomads and then helped Harborough reach the second round of the FA Cup the following campaign.
Tonge scored a late equaliser for Harborough against League One Reading in the FA Cup as the non-league side suffered a 5-3 defeat after extra time.
