Stickied League 2 Transfer Rumours/Confirmed Transfers 2024/25

[Son of Cod]

Have heard that Bradford are signing Andy Smith, was hoping we might have been in for him.

 

[WilsdenBantam]

Have heard that Bradford are signing Andy Smith, was hoping we might have been in for him.

I've not heard that one and never heard of him tbh, is he any good? A quick Google search says he's a defender. It's probably the only position we need, so it doesn't sound farfetched.

 

[Pie and chips]

We’ve been linked with that Cousens as well, along with pretty much every local EFL team. Think Ilkeston are trying to get a bidding war going.

His agent has a few current Chesterfield players on his books so you know where he is going

 

[The_Viking_Magpie]

I've learnt that if we are publicly linked to a player they ain't coming to Meadow Lane. Over 90% of our confirmed transfers are a complete surprise to the fanbase. The club really don't do rumours. They keep very quiet and then announce the signing.

They keep it simple.

 

[Cloudy]

I've not heard that one and never heard of him tbh, is he any good? A quick Google search says he's a defender. It's probably the only position we need, so it doesn't sound farfetched.

He was excellent in the NL but understand he struggled at Cheltenham in L1 (?)

I would have thought that Bradford were looking for signings who can perform in L1, unless they are going for a short term loan??

 

[spireite]

We've announced some left back called Jack Sparkes. He's been operating in League One but other than that I know nothing about him

https://twitter.com/x/status/1881363555729236322

 

[spireite]

James Berry off to Wycombe by the sounds of it. Absolutely no idea on the fee, but losing Berry and Markanday in a week isn't ideal. Probably need to bring at least one winger in now

 

[OneDecentLester]

We've announced some left back called Jack Sparkes. He's been operating in League One but other than that I know nothing about him

https://twitter.com/x/status/1881363555729236322

Played against us for Portsmouth last year in the FA cup and I thought he looked very good that day. Played 38 league games for Pompey as they won League 1 last season, and Peterborough paid a fee for him this summer & gave him a 3 year deal so obviously highly thought of at the time. Has started 18 of their games this season so far but seems to have fell out of favour recently.

As has been said, having Lewis Gordon & Harvey Araujo out long term meant signing a left back was a priority as we only had Brandon Horton fit & available. Happy with this.

 

[OneDecentLester]

James Berry off to Wycombe by the sounds of it. Absolutely no idea on the fee, but losing Berry and Markanday in a week isn't ideal. Probably need to bring at least one winger in now

Well Blackpool apparently made two bids which were both rejected & Wycombe have ‘outbid’ them for this one to be agreed so I’m assuming it’s going to be a significant fee.

https://x.com/sportspeteo/status/1881370456202289277?s=46&t=fapFreRGBdG6lEkcE46Blw

If we’re being honest, I think we’re benefitting from him hitting a real purple patch at this beginning of this season where everything he was hitting seemed to go in. In recent times, he’s looked more like the Berry of last season that can only perform to a high level in short spells during games before then going missing.

With his age though and talent, there is big potential there. If he can work on his off the ball stuff, he will go on to have a very good career as he has some serious talent. Has scored some absolute crackers for us & was part of the team that got us back to the EFL so will always be grateful to him & wish him well.

 

[CFC91]

Well Blackpool apparently made two bids which were both rejected & Wycombe have ‘outbid’ them for this one to be agreed so I’m assuming it’s going to be a significant fee.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1881370456202289277

If we’re being honest, I think we’re benefitting from him hitting a real purple patch at this beginning of this season where everything he was hitting seemed to go in. In recent times, he’s looked more like the Berry of last season that can only perform to a high level in short spells during games before then going missing.

With his age though and talent, there is big potential there. If he can work on his off the ball stuff, he will go on to have a very good career as he has some serious talent. Has scored some absolute crackers for us & was part of the team that got us back to the EFL so will always be grateful to him & wish him well.

400k with add ons is the word on the street...

 

[hellogregory]

Carlisle and Bromley have both had bids turned down for Barnet’s Idris Kanu.

 

[ASpireite]

James Berry off to Wycombe by the sounds of it. Absolutely no idea on the fee, but losing Berry and Markanday in a week isn't ideal. Probably need to bring at least one winger in now

It's a lot of talent to lose in one window. We definitely need to bring a winger in if/when Berry goes, ideally one who knows where the net is.

 

[OneDecentLester]

400k with add ons is the word on the street...

I personally think that’s a great deal for us. My big question is how much of a sell on fee are Macclesfield due though? Cos I heard it was a significant one.

Regardless, £400k upfront is very good business for a winger that’s not necessarily first choice here.

 

[Son of Cod]

I've not heard that one and never heard of him tbh, is he any good? A quick Google search says he's a defender. It's probably the only position we need, so it doesn't sound farfetched.

Yeah he's a decent L2 defender, was excellent in our promotion season in 21/22 as Cloudy says and then didn't look out of place in L2 the following season. It's been a while since we had him though, so no idea if that's still the case. Good with his feet, relatively quick, strong, pretty solid all round really. Would benefit from being next to experience I think. Surprised he's not really kicked on anywhere else but I guess he's been hoping for a shot at Hull.

 

[Crewelad87]

Connor O'Riordan confirmed in on loan from Blackburn.

12 months ago we sold him to Blackburn, he was one of the best centre backs in this league. Its a position we're already strong in, but he should add to that strength and brings a great presence in both boxes from set pieces, something we've not been as good at this season. Just hope his loan at Cambridge hasn't damaged him too much.

 

[spireite]

Well Blackpool apparently made two bids which were both rejected & Wycombe have ‘outbid’ them for this one to be agreed so I’m assuming it’s going to be a significant fee.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1881370456202289277

If we’re being honest, I think we’re benefitting from him hitting a real purple patch at this beginning of this season where everything he was hitting seemed to go in. In recent times, he’s looked more like the Berry of last season that can only perform to a high level in short spells during games before then going missing.

With his age though and talent, there is big potential there. If he can work on his off the ball stuff, he will go on to have a very good career as he has some serious talent. Has scored some absolute crackers for us & was part of the team that got us back to the EFL so will always be grateful to him & wish him well.

Absolutely agree, it's a lot of money for a guy who is mostly potential. Some of the goals he has scored have been absolutely sublime, serious talent, just don't see it enough and he often seems lazy off the ball. If we are full strength he probably doesn't start, so to get 400k reported is really good business. Just need an incoming winger with goals now as said

 

[The_Viking_Magpie]

400k with add ons is the word on the street...

That's decent. Appears good work from the Spireites.

 

[RavenBish]

Would love to sign that Cousens from Ilkeston just because I’m still mad I wanted us to sign Che Adams when he was there years ago playing with a couple of my mates.

Also something romantic about a non-league striker hitting red hot form in his 20s in a post-Langstaff world. The thing that worries me with Cousens is he’s a big Sports Science grad in tremendous condition that bullies a bunch of barely semi-pro defenders and often takes a few touches before finishing (albeit strikes it well when he does)…I’m not quite sure that translates favourably to professional football higher up particularly

 

[SuperHans]

That's decent. Appears good work from the Spireites.

It is a good sale. A quality loanee winger now to replaced Berry and Markanday, McFadzean and this lad from Ilkeston - should stand us in good stead for a play off charge.