The deadline for bids for the next batch of Football League TV rights is today, with the FL concerned that the BBC will not be among the bidders due to their budget cuts. Even if a bid is submitted it is unlikely to be increased on the £264million from last time, and League sponsors nPower also have a clause in their deal cutting their payments if the BBC don't hold rights.
Lincoln have launched a 'major financial review', with director Bob Dorrian admitting the club was over-budget when Chris Sutton left and they will post a loss this season. Dorrian blames falling gates, and subsequent reductions in merchandise and catering, but sees it as a problem across football. Redditch's new owner Chris Swan says the budget will remain at zero for the remainder of the season.
Kidderminster have agreed a new three year deal with manager Steve Burr. The former Northwich manager will stay with the club until 2014. Yeovil have unveiled plans to replace the existing 1,750 capacity away terrace with a 3,500 seater stand. The plans hinge on a retail development on the site being allowed by the council.
Former Bulls loanee Sam Hewson has been released by Altrincham. The former Man Utd trainee made 23 appearances for Alty, scoring three times, after arriving at the club in September. Rushden are to sell off 'B' shares in the club in a bid to raise extra finance. A million shares totalling 10% of the club will be sold for 1p each, with a 49p donation to the club added to each share.
Oxford have signed Southampton striker Ryan Doble on loan for the rest of the season. The 20 year old has just finished a spell at Stockport. The U's are also trialling Swansea defender Jamie Grimes.