Mansfield Town are still looking to add to their summer recruitment list, manager Nigel Clough announced on Tuesday, confirming the club’s intent to reinforce the squad before the season’s second half.

What did Clough reveal?

Clough told local radio that, despite having secured a handful of deals early on, the club remains open to further signings. He stressed that the board has allocated additional funds and that scouting reports are ongoing. No names were disclosed, but the manager hinted that the targets are likely to be versatile midfielders and a backup striker.

Why is the timing important?

Mansfield sit 10th in League One, 65 pts, 16W‑17D‑13L from 46 games, recent form WDWWD. With 62 goals scored and 50 conceded, the side enjoys a +12 goal difference but still trails leaders Lincoln by 38 points. Adding depth could help convert draws into wins, especially as the fixture list tightens in August.

How could new players affect the campaign?

A fresh midfielder could ease the workload on captain Sam Houldsworth, who has logged over 3,200 minutes this season. Likewise, a backup striker would give manager Clough tactical flexibility, allowing him to rotate the front line without sacrificing threat. The club’s scouting network has reportedly identified three candidates from the National League and one from the Championship.

What are the next steps?

Clough said negotiations will continue through the next two weeks, with the aim of finalising deals before the transfer window closes on 31 August. He added that any new arrivals will be integrated during the upcoming pre‑season friendly against a Championship side scheduled for 12 August. Fans can expect an official announcement on the club’s website shortly after the agreements are signed.

Mansfield’s board remains optimistic that the additional signings will tighten the squad, improve consistency, and keep the club within striking distance of a playoff push as the season progresses.