Former West Ham goalkeeper David Martin has made his return to MK Dons official, signing a player-coach contract.

The 36-year-old has been training with the club and coaching the keepers, with Lewis Price battling testicular cancer.

Martin has made 341 appearances for the club and was part of the Dons' inaugural squad in 2004-05.

Martin said: "It's brilliant being back. MK Dons is a massive part of my career. I've been here for years and we've gone through a lot together."

Only Dean Lewington has made more appearances for the club than Martin, who has kept 111 clean sheets.

Martin told the club website: "It's a unique situation, obviously in difficult circumstances. I still want to play but this is an opportunity for me to step in and help a club that means a lot to me. It's my responsibility to take care of the department and the other goalkeepers here but, at the same time, I want to stay competitive as a player within the group.

"Pricey has been unbelievable for me, which is testament to his character considering what he's going through. He cares so much about the club, the staff and the players here and he's been there to help me, just like we will all continue to be there for him."