 He joined local Northern Premier League First Division side Eastwood Town on loan in March 2006, where he made 10 appearances.He joined Conference North club Alfreton Town on a season-long loan for the 2006–07 season in July, which he finished with 42 appearances.He joined Conference National team Rushden & Diamonds on a one-month loan on 24 January 2008, which was extended for a second month in February.