@bethdan I heard Forster had signed but don't know why the club wouldn't have announced it already if that was the case.

Not sure about Alcock.

I think the way the pre-season has been managed is the most professional I have ever seen since supporting the club in 2019, its been great to see. In previous seasons it was clear we were somewhat prioritising results, and playing in 6-7 friendlies that we won all of that did not matter. Then rocking up into the 1st game and by the 2nd month of the season had about 8 players crocked who started the season fit. That won't be the case this season. 

There is nothing the management team can do about lads that were injured from last season either. They will come back when they come back. 

Also, if lets say Harry Forster (winger) from league 2 and Todd Alcock (CM) from South Shields sign then we have the reinforcements we need to start the season. At the required quality to replace short term injures, then bolster the squad longer term. 

In terms of goals Nikaj gets more goals than Prior, very sure of that. He looks like someone who gets us 20 goals at least and that is not including pens. 

You can see that the club is far better run this season and will be far more able to get an auto promotion spot, as they wont fold due to lack of players being available at key times. That is just my view. Lets see. I am sure the budget exists for 1-2 to come in around October or November as well, we know it does, it always does. I agree Casey would be a great signing but only if his we can match the wage demands.