Crewe striker Tom Pope has joined Conference North leaders Stafford Rangers on loan until 7 May.

Pope has previously enjoyed loan spells at Lancaster City this season after signing for Alex on from Biddulph Victoria in the summer.

The 20-year-old Stoke-born forward has failed to force his way into manager Dario Gradi's first team this term.

He joins fellow Crewe players Justin Cochrane, Ben Rix, Kyle Wilson, Mark Carrington and Mat Bailey out on loan.