Blackpool’s preparations for the 2022/23 season are already well underway.
Within days on the final day of the current campaign, the Tangerines announced that severeal bid decisions had already been made on existing members of their squad.
Midfield duo Ethan Robson and Grant Ward were released along with a number of academy players including Sky Sinclair, son of former Blackpool star Trevor.
Dujon Sterling and Charlie Kirk have returned to their parent clubs following the conclusion of loan spells at Bloomfield Road and contract extension options have been taken up on Richard Keogh, Keshi Anderson, Jordan Thorniley, Stuart Moore and Josh Bowler.
Neil Critchley’s focus will now turn towards adding the his squad as he looks to improve on this season’s 16th placed finish - although it is one possible departure that has been discussed in the media.
The Gazette takes a look at the latest transfer speculation surrounding the Tangerines and their Championship rivals.
7. Former Posh man has League Two interest
Crewe Alexandra and Crawley Town are in the running to sign midfielder Kyle Barker after he was released by Peterborough United (Peterborough Telegraph) Photo: David Price
8. Tangerines look to loan out striker once again
Blackpool striker Brad Holmes will be loaned out once again next season after impressing at National League North club Chorley (Lancashire Live) Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
9. Tigers face competition for Millers star
Hull City face competition from a number of clubs as they look to complete a move for Rotherham United striker Freddie Ladapo. He was once on the books at Crystal Palace (Hull Live) Photo: Richard Sellers
10. Blades interested in Chelsea defender
Sheffield United want to boost their squad by completing a summer move for Chelsea defender Jake Clarke-Salter. He’s previously played for Sunderland on loan. (The Sun) | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images