On their way out of Newtown Park are goalkeepers Rab Burns and Aaron Stalker, along with Chris Brown, Kevin Donnelly, Robbie Henderson, Chris Liddle and Paul Tweedie.

Last week it was revealed that United had recruited Linlithgow Rose goalkeeper Greig Logan.

And this week secretary John Aitchison confirmed that former Rose striker Colin Allison, who's been with Shotts for a couple of years, had put pen to paper for United. It can now be revealed that he's been a target for the coaches for some time.

Former BU favourite Gavin Kirkwood has been recruited as goalkeeping coach and second goalkeeper.

United's pre-season training commences tomorrow (Saturday).

It's understood that pre-season football includes an invitation to a two-day, four-team tournament being hosted by Dunipace Juniors.

Carnoustie Panmure and an as yet un-named fourth side probably from the West of Scotland are in the line-up as the likely opponents over the weekend of July 26-27.

Oakley United will visit Newtown Park on August 2 and another couple of fixtures remain to be confirmed.

The season begins on August 9, when United host high-flying Camelon Juniors in the League Cup.

The Mariners, under Alan McGonigal who's gone to thesenior ranks to manage Berwick Rangers, have just won the East of Scotland and Fife & Lothians Cup and also went close in the East Region Super League.

They should provide a stern test for the BU and given them a reliable pointer as to how ready they are for their return to top flight junior football. On Wednesday, August 13, United are away to Arma-dale Thistle and are also away to Bathgate on August 16, in what will be another good indicator for the season ahead.

Livingston United host the BU on August 20 and Sauchie visit Newtown Park on August 23 to complete the group stage of the League Cup.
The semi-finals are due to be played on August 27 with the Super League getting under way on September 6.

John Aitchison said: " I understand that we could be facing Linlithgow Rose at Prestonfield fairly early on."