The Express and Star is saying that Walsall have lost out in the race to sign Merson’s number one striker target.

It was fairly common knowledge that Lee Peacock wanted a move to be closer to his wife’s home on the South Coast, which gave us a slight advantage over the only other known competitors for his signature, Chesterfield.

Unfortunately, the Express and Star are saying that he considered Swindon Town to be even more convenient and will be signing for them.

This will be a blow for Merson, despite the aquisition of Paul Devlin, as he does need a big striker to compliment his squad and he also made the startling admission to the paper that he has no “Plan B”.

Meanwhile, another possible player who could fit the bill, Plymouth’s Scott Taylor, has signed for Franchise. Perhaps McCleod is on his way.