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Notts County ace Matt Tootle has taken to Twitter to update fans on how he is following a comment he heard from a fan at Meadow Lane wondering whether he is okay. The defender has had very little game time this season and hasn't featured in many of Neal Ardley's squads, but the player has reassured fans that his mental health is as good as ever. Several years ago, Tootle spoke publicly about having battled mental health issues in the past, but in response to the fan who asked about his current state of mind, he said he was fine. He added that his absence is purely football related, namely being out of favour. Here are his tweets on the subject:

We at Pride of Nottingham have been stocking numerous posters of some of Notts County's greatest players in the club's history, but now we've decided to pay homage to some of the current Magpies with posters of three early fan favourites from this season. First up is Regan Booty, one of County's new midfield generals, who joined the Magpies in August after ending his 13-year stay at Huddersfield Town earlier this summer. Next up is striker Nathan Tyson, who has enjoyed a fruitful career in the game after coming through the ranks at Reading, turning out for the likes of Wycombe Wanderers, Derby County and Doncaster Rovers as well as Notts on loan. Last but not least is goalkeeper Sam Slocombe, who was most recently with Bristol Rovers and has made just shy of 200 Football League appearances following his professional debut in September 2009. Interested in one of these? Message PON webmaster Chris or e-mail [email protected] for more information or to pre-order. If you would like to check out our range of Notts stars past and present, here's the link to the online store. A3 print £10, A4 print £8 (limited time offer, matchday collection only). If you would like PON to get the players to sign your print, please allow for the next home game in order to pick them up - payment required up-front. All artwork is printed with high quality Epson inks on 300gsm acid free premium paper stock and shipped in protective packaging. We offer free shipping for all United Kingdom orders via courier. Please allow 3-7 working days for delivery. Pre-orders are placed via PayPal and Online Banking. Please note: We do not deliver outside of UK/Mainland. Frame not included. Share your thoughts on Pride of Nottingham by signing up to the website, visiting the forum and joining in the chat with hundreds of fellow Notts County fans. Fancy showcasing your brand or business on Pride of Nottingham? Click here to find out more about sponsorship and advertising opportunities with us.

Notts County have made two signings today as midfielder Regan Booty and striker Wes Thomas link up with the Meadow Lane outfit. Booty, a 21-year-old playmaker who spent last season on loan at Aldershot, joins the Magpies on a permanent deal after ending his 13-year stay at Huddersfield Town earlier this summer. As for 32-year-old Thomas, who was most recently with Grimsby, he has joined up with Neal Ardley’s squad as the Magpies recruited a replacement for Kane Hemmings, who left for Dundee on Thursday. Booty made 40 appearances during his spell at Aldershot, while in pre-season he spent time with Bradford City and Halifax Town, clocking up over 500 minutes in friendlies this summer. Thomas, meanwhile, made his professional debut in 2008 while at Dagenham & Redbridge and has made over 300 league appearances since, with a CV boasting the likes of Birmingham City and Bournemouth. Up next for Notts is the trip to Harrogate on Tuesday night, their fourth game this month. Share your thoughts about this story on Pride of Nottingham by signing up to the website, visiting the forum and joining in the chat with hundreds of fellow Notts County fans. Fancy showcasing your brand or business on Pride of Nottingham? Click here to find out more about sponsorship and advertising opportunities with us.

Notts County added to their acquisition of Ben Turner by making four signings between Thursday morning and afternoon. First up was the signing of left-back Zoumana Bakayogo, who was most recently with Tranmere Rovers. The 32-year-old defender was part of the side that was promoted from League Two last season and played 90 minutes in each of the Magpies’ meetings with his former club. Then came goalkeeper Sam Slocombe, who was most recently with Bristol Rovers, having joined them in July 2017. The 31-year-old stopper has made just shy of 200 Football League appearances following his professional debut in September 2009. In the afternoon, trialists Dion Kelly-Evans and Damien McCrory - both full-backs were snapped up by Notts. The Magpies have until 5pm on Friday to get any paperwork sent to the National League for new signings to be eligible to feature against Eastleigh on Saturday. Share your thoughts about this news story on Pride of Nottingham by signing up to the website, visiting the forum and joining in the chat with hundreds of fellow Notts County fans. Fancy showcasing your brand or business on Pride of Nottingham? Click here to find out more about sponsorship and advertising opportunities with us.

Notts County have made their first signing of the summer by recruiting centre-back Ben Turner, formerly of Cardiff City. The 31-year-old, whose tally stands at almost 300 league appearances, has played in each of England’s top four tiers and was most recently with Mansfield Town, where he made 10 appearances. Prior to that, the defender turned out for the Bluebirds - who he helped get promoted to the Premier League in 2013 plus Burton Albion, Coventry City, Oldham Athletic and Peterborough United. Notts manager Neal Ardley told the club website: "In a lot of games last season we lacked physical presence, so at the top of our list of priorities was a dominant centre back. "Working with the new owners - and the stats they've got - Ben came out top of the pile. "I know Ben from our days at Cardiff, so I understand his character. He brings aerial dominance, leadership, experience and know-how. "To attract him to come to us when he had several League Two possibilities on the table is brilliant." Share your thoughts about this news story on Pride of Nottingham by signing up to the website, visiting the forum and joining in the chat with hundreds of fellow Notts County fans. Fancy showcasing your brand or business on Pride of Nottingham? Click here to find out more about sponsorship and advertising opportunities with us.