Plymouth will be taken over by an offshore company, the Administrator has revealed. A Gibraltar-based company will act as a front to the Irish-based consortium, increasing fans concerns over whether the takeover will actually take place. The initial £100,000 deposit for the sale was late, with £200,000 due next week and £700,000 more by the end of the month. Bradford have named former Dagenham chief scout Archie Christie as their new chief scout. He will also manage an under-20 'development' squad at the club.
Port Vale winger Lewis Haldane has been given custom insoles for his boots after doctors discovered he had one leg shorter than the other. The 1cm difference is being blamed as the cause of a persistent ankle injury. New Torquay boss Martin Ling has expressed an interest in having Swindon coach Paul Bodin as his no.2 at Plainmoor. The pair played together for Swindon.
Rushden would become the 23rd team in the Zamaretto League after the league published divisional make-ups for next season with no gaps for the Diamonds in any of their three divisions of 22 sides. Justin Edinburgh's squad has seen a sixth departure with striker Ryan Charles joining Cambridge. Former club owner Keith Cousins has set up a deal with a Japanese investor but it hinges on a successful appeal to retain their Conference place.
Rotherham have denied local press reports saying funding for their new stadium is £2.3million short. The club say work is fully funded and will start this week. Swindon have confirmed they will not be offering new deals to striker Vincent Pericard and keeper Jakub Jesionkowski. Midfielder Jonathan Douglas remains in talks.
Southend are to sign Crystal Palace midfielder Alassane N'Diaye on a season long loan. The 21 year old Frenchman played 13 times for the Eagles last season and six more on loan at Swindon. Torquay chairman Simon Baker says the deal offered by Bradford to Guy Branston was something the Gulls could not match. Boss Martin Ling is holding negotiations with out of contract winger Danny Stevens and former loanee Joe Oastler before turning his attentions to new signings.
Macclesfield midfielder Hamza Bencherif is reported to be on the verge of a move to Notts County. The Algerian is out of contract but the Silkmen would be entitled to a fee. AFC Wimbledon striker Danny Kedwell has submitted a written transfer request to the club. The 27 year old scored 24 goals last season with the Wombles accepting the request but looking for a fee with the player still under contract.
Kettering have opened discussions to take over Rushden's Nene Park ground if the club does fold. Chairman Imraan Ladak will meet with supporters on Friday to discuss the club's future. Swindon have axed chief scout Ken Ryder and fitness coach David Morrison with new boss Paulo Di Canio looking to bring his own staff in.