Ex-Manchester United Youngster To Sign?

30th August 2007

At the time of writing, there are just 36 hours left that could make or break a football club's season! We are of course discussing the closure of the transfer window.

Sadly, the transfer window still applies to lower division clubs. This is a contentious issue, as smaller clubs often feel the brunt of the window. They are faced with bringing in players in August to boost their small squads - players who could be rushed additions. Lincoln themselves face a similar problem, as their squad lacks experienced professionals. On the plus side, this could mean that the younger players, such as Dany N'Guessan and Owain Warlow are given their opportunities to impress should Lincoln opt not to make any new signings before the window closes. Personally, I think we have the talent in the squad to cope well with the next four months providing everyone stays injury free. That said, a new central defender would not go amiss, but more on that later.

Also on the plus side is that none of Lincoln's players can be lured away from Sincil Bank until January 2008. This translates as: Lincoln City's supporters face a nail-biting 36 hours before they find out if the club can hold on to midfielder Lee Frecklington. As yet, it would appear that no bids have been launched but Leeds United have been linked to the aspiring star of Lincoln's first team. Fingers crossed, Lincoln should be able to hold on to Frecklington for at least four more months.

Lincoln's manager John Schofield has admitted that he is interested in a couple of players, although he has not named either player. One of these players is thought to be Chester City's transfer listed Ashley Westwood, after media reports in Cheshire stated that Lincoln were competing with Port Vale and Macclesfield Town for Westwood's signature.

Westwood, who is 31 tomorrow, is a centre-back who began his career at Manchester United. He has also played for Northampton Town, where he linked up with John Deehan, who is now Lincoln's Director of Football.

It is also worth noting that loan deals can still go ahead after the closure of the transfer window on August 31st.

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