The talks between Chesterfield and Mansfield over the possible transfer of former Hereford United winger Sam Clucas have broken down.
It appears the two clubs couldn't agree on how much Clucas is worth.
"I think we were close at times and we did as much as we could in a professional manner. But I think this is brilliant news for everyone associated with the club and for the lad himself as he knows what is happening now.
"I am not ruling out the other 91 clubs that could come in for him before the window closes. But this was dragging on and not doing either club or the player any good.
"Sam knows I haven't picked him in the last couple of games as we thought he could be gone within 24 hours. Now he is very much in contention for a starting place on Saturday."
Should Clucas move Hereford United would be entitled to 15% of any fee after taking account of the fee Mansfield paid Hereford.