Maidstone goalkeeper Lee Worgan is backing Frannie Collin to shine on loan at Herne Bay.

Collin has joined Ryman League Division 1 South Bay for a month and is likely to make his debut at Molesey on Saturday.

United want their prolific striker to find his form at Winch’s Field after falling down the pecking order at the Gallagher Stadium.

Worgan said: “I’ve known Frannie a long time. He’s one of the best players I’ve played with - and still is.

“He’s in that rut that forwards get into and it becomes difficult when you’re not playing.

“A striker of his calibre just needs games.

“He wants to go and play and if we can get him out and scoring goals, he’ll feed off that and come back full of confidence.”

Collin started the first two games for United in National League South before losing his place.

He hasn’t scored this season but Worgan feels his work for the team shouldn’t be overlooked.

He added: “Jay May has been up top on his own with Frannie playing deeper, so he’s sacrificed what he brings in terms of goals.

“You read the reports saying he’s not scoring but people need to remember the role he’s playing.

“He’s been dropping deep to help the team. I think I saw him at right-back against Sutton.”