Beckett who joins from Sheffield United for an undisclosed sum - rumoured to be around £65,000 - on a three-year deal will delight Town fans who saw him score six goals in seven matches whilst on loan during the 2004/2005 season.

29 year old Beckett who is 30 this November has arrived at Town thanks to the extra revenue of Town playing in last season's play-offs. Jackson revealed that he wanted to wait for this day although he did have other options should the player not have joined from the Blades.

Of the signing Jackson said "I am delighted to have that we have reached an agreement on Luke. He is a proven goalscorer and I am sure he will be huge success here"

The signature of Beckett could pave the way for John McAliskey to leave on loan next season to gain first team exposure. Jackson is likely to start with Andy Booth and Luke Beckett up front, with Pawel Abbott coming on from the bench. On paper a fairly potent striking duo.

Beckett who could have joined Oldham Athletic earlier this month, the club he was on loan at last season, was also tracked by Darlington and Bradford City amongst other clubs. In 251 league appearances Beckett has scored 122 goals including 18 last season from 27 appearances.

Town wanted to sign Beckett after his successful loan spell which ended in February 2005 but could not finance the deal, it is excellent news that the Terriers have found the finances to purchase the striker now. Beckett becomes only the second monetary signing for Jackson since he rejoined the club

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There have been a plethora of fixture changes all of which can be found in the Fixtures & Results section. The Terriers have confirmed that the Carling Cup tie with Mansfield Town will take place at the Galpharm Stadium on August 22 with a 19:45 kick off

Jackson has acknowledged that his players face alot of hard work between now and the start of the football league season on August 5th, but with a tough start to the season the players will need to be ready from the first whistle.

The players had their own personal fitness regime over summer and will be checked by Jackson, his training squad and the Town medical team. The Terriers begin their pre-season campaign with a match against AFC Emley on July 11th. They also have the Ibiza trip and a home clash with Spanish top side Real Sociedad.

Jackson is looking to the positives to the start of the season and will welcome the rest of the players to his new goalkeeper signing Matthew Glennon

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Former Town striker Junior Mendes as joined League Two side Notts County

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The capture of Glennon will give a real battle for the starting goalkeeper position with Paul Rachbuka following the release of reserve 'keeper Phil Senior at the end of last season.

Born in Stockport Glennon will be 28 in August stands at 6ft 3inch. Highly experienced he has had a number of English clubs including Carlisle United and Hull City. He was out of contract with St Johnstone, who wanted to retain his signature but he decided on a move to the Galpharm Stadium in a two-year deal.

On joining the Terriers Glennon who states that a number of former Town players told him what it would be like to play for Town has vowed to help the team achieve promotion this season. He also pointed to the ambition of Town manager Peter Jackson as one of the factors helping him make up his mind, despite other clubs enquiring about him

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The away fixture with Crew Alexandra at Gresty Road as been changed for SKY television coverage. The date will remain the same Saturday September 2nd but the kick-off will now be 12:15. There are no top flight fixtures on that day as England are in Euro 2008 Qualification

The Terriers will field their strongest side out, as Peter Jackson will be finalising his plans for the new league season

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Town will face Mansfield Town at the Galpharm Stadium in the first round of the Carling Cup. The match to be played week commencing August 21, is likely to take place on Tuesday August 22.

The cup will feature a north and south divide with teams seeded.

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We also plan to have a word format and PDF format of the fixtures available

Town's path for high earner Beckett is wide open after Oldham's option to purchase him expired earlier this week. Bradford City and Darlington have both dropped out as they are unable to meet the wage demands of the striker

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Town has said that it is on target to meet season ticket target levels despite 641 existing holders not renewing their seat. With 458 new applicants the club is only 183 down on the this time last season

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Jackson, who is disappointed not to have made any signings so far this summer, is targeting St Johnstone goalkeeper Matt Glennon who is currently on honeymoon in Mexico.

The 27-year-old former Carlisle United, Hull City and Falkirk stopper has said that the deal the Terriers have offered him, is far too good at this stage of his career to turn down. The Scottish League One side would like to keep him, but are unable to match Town's offer.

Glennon only joined St Johnstone from Falkirk in January of this year and only tasted defeat once in his 12 matches for Owen Coyles side. The final match of the season saw him keep a clean sheet during their victory at Scottish League One champions St Mirren.

He scored a goal last season as well! The late equaliser at Ross County. He is however one of many 'keepers being linked with a move to the Terriers.

After the period of will Town or wont they, Peter Jackson has finally shown the Town hand. He has admitted that the Terriers are interested in signing Sheffield United striker Luke Beckett, should Oldham Athletic stall past mid-june. He was on loan with the Terriers during the 2004/2005 season scoring six goals in seven matches.

Jackson believes in the 29-year-old proven goalscorer and would like to re-ignite the striking partnership of Andy Booth and Beckett

Jackson is also been linked with a move for Sunderland left back Dan Smith, who is not to be offered another contract by the North East club. Smith had three months on loan last season before his recall due to player issues at Sunderland.

Smith will join Town on a free transfer at the end of the month, although they will have to pay compensation to the Black Cats has Smith is under 24.

Jackson has assured the supporters in spite of no signings so far this summer, he is working hard on bringing the right calibre into the club. He says he has a number of irons in the fire, and things will progress once people return from their summer holidays.

Town begin pre-season on July 11

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Pre-season schedule

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Former Town junior Cameron Jerome has left Cardiff City to team up with former Town manager Steve Bruce at Birmingham City. Jerome who began his football career with the Terriers joins for a fee of £3 million.

He was with the Terriers in the under-10's.

Another former player Phil Starbuck is also on the move. Starbuck a former Terriers captain in the mid-1990's is to join Hednesford Town has manager of the relegated conference club.

Starbuck now 37 will join the Pitmen from Arnold Town

Town will have to pay City compensation as the player is under 24 and will be a big disappointment to the Bantams who have had their new contract offer to the player turned down by the classy player.

Emanuel's contract at Valley Parade runs out in a few weeks time

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Jacko warns players over the summer

Peter Jackson has told his players to return after the summer break in prime condition. Jackson who is preparing his squad for promotion this season has said that the "players know what is expected of them over the summer"

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Jackson who is still searching for new playing talent is been rumoured to be targeting Tranmere Rovers highly rated defender Ian Sharps who is out of contract on the Wirral. The Town boss however has denied his interest confirming he has made no contact with the player or the club.

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