Huddersfield Town midfielder John Thorrington has suffered another injury set back during a reserve team match. Thorrington had to be replaced in the second half after suffering a reaction to his ankle injury. Injuries have plagued the 24-year old American throughout the season and he has only made 6 first team appearances so far.
Ian Atkins has pledged his future to Oxford United amid reports that Southend United wanted to speak to him regarding the vacant managerial position at Roots Hall. Meanwhile - 21-year old midfielder Dean Whitehead has been offered a new deal to keep him at the club.
Yeovil Town have re-signed goalkeeper Jon Sheffield on non-contract terms.
Southend United want to extend the loan deal of Lewis Hunt and have approached Derby County about securing the midfielder for a further month. The 21-year old has made four appearances during his spell at Roots Hall.
Swansea City centre-back Izzy Iriekpen has signed a new deal that will keep him at Vetch Field until June 2005.
Mansfield Town manager Keith Curle has requested a personal hearing with the Football Association to answer charges after an incident during the game against Cambridge United back in September. Curle, 40, has also indicated that he thinks that his playing days are not over and is keen for a return to action once fully fit.
Carlisle United boss Paul Simpson has made another signing as his continues to change his squad in a bid to save the Cumbrians from relegation. 32-year old midfielder Tom Cowan has left SPL side Dundee to sign an 18-month contract with the bottom side.
Kevin Stephens has been transfer listed by Leyton Orient boss Martin LIng. Stephens has only made one appearance for Orient this season and has recently been out on loan at Billericay Town.
Macclesfield Town have taken former Irish Under-21 keeper Dean Delaney on a months loan from Second Division Port Vale. The 23-year old has been brought in to provide competition for current number 1 Steve Wilson but recent signing Nathan Abbey has left the club.
Torquay United chairman Mike Bateson has laughed off rumours that striker David Graham is set for a move to Dario GradiÕs Crewe Alexandra. The Gulls did admit to receiving two bids from Plymouth but turned both down.
Ben Martin has left Lincoln City and returned to Second Division Swindon. Martin joined the Imps on a loan deal but failed to make an appearance during his time at the club and Swindon boss Andy King wanted the player to gain some first team experience.
Cambridge United boss John Taylor has solved his temporary striker problem by signing 18-year old Brian Dutton following a trial with the club.
York City midfielder Lee Bullock is being watched by Cardiff City but boss Lennie Lawrence has declared that Bullock is just one of a few players he is currently looking at.
Kidderminster Harries director of football Jan Molby has announced the signing of Danish striker Jesper Christiansen. The 23-year old - who had spent a week on trial at the club earlier this month - will have to wait to join up with his new team mates though. Speaking to the club's official web site Molby said: ÒWe have agreed terms with the player and it looks as though he will be coming over on a two-and-a-half year contract. The only issue now is as to when he arrives, as he is still under contract with his club for a couple more weeks. I think this will prove a very good piece of business for the club.Ó
Rochdale boss Alan Buckley has extended the loan deal of Gary Jones for a second month. Jones - on loan from Barnsley - will also be available for the FA Cup tie against Luton Town.
Scunthorpe United manager Brian Laws has signalled his intention to try and extend Steve MacLeanÕs loan deal until the end of season. MacLean - on loan from Scottish champions Rangers - has banged in 17 goals in all competitions so far this season.