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Joe Jones
Notts County have reportedly enquired about Oldham Athletic striker Jonathan Forte.
The 29-year-old has been offered a new contract by the Latics, but he is yet to agree a deal with the League One side.
According to the Nottingham Post, Magpies manager John Sheridan - who was at Boundary Park last season - is keen to work again with Forte.
The Barbados international has enjoyed three loan spells at Notts in 2008, 2009 and 2012, scoring 13 goals in 29 appearances.
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Joe Jones
Newport County have confirmed that Alex Rodman has turned down an offer of a new contract at the club, potentially paving the way for a move to Notts County.
The 29-year-old winger, who played under current Magpies boss John Sheridan at Rodney Parade, scored five goals in 34 appearances for the Welsh club during the 2015-16 campaign.
A statement on the Exiles website read: "The Club are aware of media reports linking Alex Rodman to Notts County.
"Although it would be inappropriate for the Club to comment on another club, we can confirm that Club officials have been in dialogue with the player and his representative for a period of time.
"Unfortunately this has resulted in Alex not accepting the offer made to stay with us. As a result we would like to wish Alex all the best for the future."
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Joe Jones
Notts County manager John Sheridan has claimed that he is hoping to make more signings in the very near future following the acquisition of goalkeeper Adam Collin.
The former Newport County boss has admitted he is looking to strengthen all over the pitch, particularly in defence, but stressed the importance of competition within the squad.
Sheridan told the official website: "I want competition all over the pitch. I don't want anyone thinking they're an automatic choice, that's not the way to be.
"That's not the way I've worked with previous players and clubs. It's all about having competition for places as it will only make you better.
"You can only go so far and offer the deals. I've made offers and I'm positive and confident that one or two will come back.
"Hopefully over the next couple of days or week or so, we'll have a few new faces in."
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Joe Jones
Notts County's purported move for Plymouth Argyle's Reuben Reid will not go ahead as the Magpies are not interested in the striker, according to reports.
Speculation claimed that Notts were preparing to seal a move for Reid, who played under Magpies boss John Sheridan at Plymouth Argyle, after he was offered to the Meadow Lane outfit.
According to the Nottingham Post, however, Reid is not on Notts' list of targets, with Sheridan reportedly opting to look elsewhere in his bid to bolster the team's front line.
Notts are said to be interested in Jordan Bowery, who played under Sheridan at Chesterfield before being sold to Aston Villa, and has also turned out for Rotherham United and Oxford United.
How do you rate Reuben Reid? Share your thoughts on the Pride of Nottingham forum today.
Joe Jones
Notts County are hoping to wrap up a deal for Newport County's Alex Rodman, according to reports.
Fresh from signing goalkeeper Adam Collin, the Magpies are said to be hoping to make the 29-year-old winger their second signing of the summer.
Rodman, who played under Magpies boss John Sheridan at Newport last season, has turned down a new deal with Warren Feeney's side, alerting Notts to his potential availability.
The former Aston Villa trainee, who has played for the likes of Grimsby Town, Gateshead, York City and Aldershot, scored five goals in 34 appearances for Newport during the 2015-16 campaign.
Rodman has already shown what he is capable of to Notts fans, having scored a goal for Newport in their 4-3 defeat at Meadow Lane last December.
Would you be keen on Rodman coming to Meadow Lane? Share your thoughts on the PON forum.
Joe Jones
Notts County have made their first signing of the summer by recruiting goalkeeper Adam Collin on a two-year contract.
The 31-year-old joins on a free transfer after leaving Championship side Rotherham United, whom he helped to the second tier after playing an instrumental role in their playoff-winning campaign in 2014.
Collin has played more than 200 league games in the past four seasons, one with Carlisle United and three at Rotherham, but he only played twice for the Millers last term, with a further three appearances during a loan spell with Scottish club Aberdeen.
Speaking to the club's website, Collin said: "I am delighted to be here. It's another part of my career that I am looking forward to and I am looking forward to getting started.
"I was out of contract at Rotherham and there was a bit of interest from other clubs. But my agent spoke to the manager here at Notts County and it was a no brainer."
Manager John Sheridan added: "He's a very good goalkeeper. He's got great experience. He's had promotions from this division and he's played at a higher level.
"I'm very pleased to get him, I know other clubs were interested in him but Adam has made the decision to come to us. He will be a really good asset for us."
Notts were previously left with two goalkeeping options on their books as they released veteran keeper Roy Carroll at the end of last season.
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Joe Jones
Notts County have expressed an interest in signing ex-Port Vale midfielder Michael O'Connor, according to reports.
The former Northern Ireland international,  who was Vale's player of the season in the 2014-15 campaign. is a free agent after leaving the League One club.
According to the Nottingham Post, Magpies boss John Sheridan would like to sign O'Connor and build next season's team around him, but Blackpool are also keen on the player.
O'Connor is said to have been offered a new deal by Port Vale, club but he rejected it because of the two-hour commute.
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Joe Jones
Notts County have revealed that they voted in favour of Premier League academy teams taking part in the EFL Trophy next season.
In what will be a one-season trial, 16 tier one academy teams - most of which are in the top flight - will join the competition, formerly known as the Johnstone's Paint Trophy, alongside League One and League Two teams.
In a statement on the official Notts website, a statement said: "The discussion at the EFL Conference confirmed the competition is in serious need of innovation to survive and a number of clubs even stated they would consider withdrawing from the competition if it was not boosted.
"Many clubs struggle to break even from EFL Trophy matches, and numerous clubs voiced genuine concerns the competition would fold if it does not improve quickly, as the prize money and TV interest is low.
"Notts County supported the decision to trial a solution to save the competition, which currently does not have a sponsor. This is for a set period of one year and if the proposals do not work, they will not be renewed for the following season. The prize money for the competition will be doubled for next season.
"This is not in any way opening the door to Premier League 'B Teams' entering the league structure and Notts County would be vehemently against any such proposals.
"While some supporters will disagree with the proposed changes, after careful consideration and discussion, we felt that it was important to explore ways to boost the competition and ensure that it could continue."
The changes, which include the introduction of a group stage, were voted for by more than 50 percent of clubs in the bottom two tiers of the Football League and will see the Premier League increase the prize fund by £1m.
Joe Jones
Notts County have expressed an interest in signing ex-Rotherham United goalkeeper Adam Collin, according to reports.
The 31-year-old shot-stopper, who was released by the Millers at the end of the season just gone, previously played for Newcastle United and Carlisle United, as well as enjoying a loan spell at Aberdeen in the Scottish Premiership.
The Nottingham Post believes that Magpies manager John Sheridan is keeping a close eye on Collin, who helped the South Yorkshire club reach the Championship via the playoffs in 2014.
Notts currently have just one goalkeeper, Scott Loach, on their books after Roy Carroll was released at the end of last season.
Although goalkeeping coach Kevin Pilkington is registered as a player and can cover between the sticks, he tends to only be used as a reserve.
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Joe Jones
Notts County manager John Sheridan has admitted that fans are needing to "get over" the season just gone, but says he is doing all he can to bring new players to the club.
The 2015-16 campaign was nothing short of traumatic for Magpies supporters as unrest in the stands and behind the scenes collided with unacceptable performances on the pitch in the club's first season back in League Two for five years.
Sheridan told the Nottingham Post: "It's still early days but I am really looking forward to the job in hand.
"At the moment I am just looking at trying to get pre-season games sorted out. We left it a bit late, but we finally got there. Now it's about looking at and talking to players.
"It's really quiet at the moment, players are away and fans are still trying to get over last season. But I am working hard to get players into the club."
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Joe Jones
Notts County have released ticket prices and information regarding the pre-season friendlies against Walsall and Blackburn Rovers.
A reminder of the fixture dates and times:
- Walsall Tuesday 26th July (Kick off 7.45pm)
- Blackburn Rovers on Sunday 31st July (Kick off 3pm)
Only the Derek Pavis Stand (home) and the Jimmy Sirrel Stand (away) will be open for these fixtures, with seating unreserved.
Tickets are on sale NOW.

Both fixtures are priced individually at:
- ÂŁ12.00 Adults
- ÂŁ7.00 Seniors (60 years and above)
- ÂŁ7.00 Young Adults (18-21 years of age)
- ÂŁ4.00 Juniors (under 18)
- ÂŁ1.00 Accompanied Juniors (under 18)*
*Can only be purchased in the same transaction when buying adult and senior match tickets and not available online
If fans want to attend both fixtures and purchase the tickets in one transaction prior to the Walsall game, the club is offering them at a reduced price.
This is not an online offer, so anyone wishing to take it up can purchase in-person from the ticket office or by calling 0115 9557210.
The price of tickets for both fixtures purchased in one transaction are:
ÂŁ20.00 Adults
ÂŁ10.00 Seniors (60 years and above)
ÂŁ10.00 Young Adults (18-21 years of age)
£5.00  Juniors (under 18)
ÂŁ1.00 Accompanied Juniors (under 18)*
* Can only be purchased in the same transaction when buying adult and senior match tickets
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Joe Jones
Notts County have expressed an interest in signing former Aston Villa striker Jordan Bowery, according to reports.
The 24-year-old was released by Oxford United at the end of last season after being deemed surplus to requirements by manager Michael Appleton.
This was despite the forward scoring seven goals in 17 league appearances for the U's, which helped them to promotion to League One.
Bowery, now a free agent, is said to be on the radar of several clubs, including the Magpies, according to the Nottingham Post.
The Nottingham-born footballer played under current Notts boss John Sheridan at Chesterfield.
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Joe Jones
Notts County CEO Jason Turner has confirmed that the club is no longer shackled by the transfer embargo placed upon them in May.
A number of unsettled bills had led the Football League to place the restrictions on the club, leaving them unable to sign players until the outstanding payments had been made.
These have now been dealt with, and Turner also revealed that Wes Atkinson and Haydn Hollis had signed contract extensions at Meadow Lane, with new signings possibly being announced next week.
In his open letter on the club's official website, the chief executive wrote: "I’m pleased to inform fans that outstanding payments to football creditors were made by the club last week. This means we are no longer restricted by the temporary transfer embargo imposed upon us and we are once again able to be active in the transfer market.
"We are now working hard to secure the core of the first team squad for next season, with a considerable number of calls being made and meetings held with players and agents.
"Both Wes Atkinson and Haydn Hollis have agreed to sign the new contracts offered to them and we hope to be in a position to announce our first new signings for the coming season next week."
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Joe Jones
Port Vale captain Carl Dickinson is rumoured to be in talks with Notts County over a move to Meadow Lane.
The defender, who is out of contract at Vale, has been offered a new deal by the Valiants but is one of a number of players asked to take a substantial pay cut following a cut to the club's player budget.
According to both the Stoke Sentinel and BBC Radio Nottingham, Dickinson is weighing up a move to Notts as he admitted that, despite enjoying his time at Vale Park, the idea of a pay cut would lead to tough decisions about his future.
Dickinson, formerly of Stoke City, has played 143 games in his three years with Port Vale and was the Supporters' Club's player of the season in the 2013-14 campaign.
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Joe Jones
Former Notts County midfielder Liam Noble has wished the Magpies all the best and urged them to get promotion next season.
The ex-Carlisle United man was released at the end of the 2015-16 campaign but says he will continue to keep an eye on his former team whenever he gets the chance.
Noble is quoted by the Nottingham Post as saying: "I had two years with the club and have a lot of love for the place and the people there," he said.
"Two of my best mates, Adam Campbell and Elliott Hewitt, are still there and I will come back to watch whenever I get the chance.
"The people who work behind the scenes – they are lovely people.
"I had some great times and the fans were brilliant with me. I know I let them down a few times, but I had a good relationship with the supporters.
"It is time to move on but I will be keeping a close eye on the results. John Sheridan is a great appointment and I don't see any reason why they can't go on and get promotion next season.
"One of my favourite memories was the season when we defied expectations and went on that unbelievable run to the top of League One under Shaun (Derry) and Greg (Abbott).
"To be honest though I had a lot of good times there and I wish them all the best for next season."
Should we have kept Liam Noble or was it right for him to be released? Share your thoughts on the Pride of Nottingham forum and join the conversation.

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