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Some fans seem strongly against something that hasn’t even been in place for long. It feels like they’re making things harder for themselves, especially when it’s not much different from chatting with mates or talking about Notts in public. The only real change is that the board will pass those thoughts on to the head coach. If the feedback is constructive, it could help over time. There’s no harm in trying, and if it doesn’t work, I doubt Notts would keep doing it. Like anything new, it needs time. Some might say that talking about Notts doesn’t affect the club, but it can. It can cause frustration among fans, and players might see those comments too. Everything has the chance to make a difference, as long as it’s thoughtful and constructive.

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I don’t think the slow signings have helped. I’m sure Martin Paterson had the team set up properly for Salford, and the squad should have done better. The passing was really poor yesterday. Notts only have themselves to blame for not getting the result. It’s not all bad, but the disappointing parts do sting. Salford, even with their problems, played well. We never got close to matching them.

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That cutout of George Abbott looks seriously awkward. Hopefully he performs better for Wycombe than they did with that image. He’s a talented young lad who needs the right support, and I reckon Wycombe fans will be pleased with him by the end of the season.

It’ll be good to have most of the squad back fit. Some players seem a bit too injury prone though, Lucas Ness comes to mind. And Mai Traore really needs to step up and show more on the pitch.

It could be worse. The BBC might as well have its own version of You’ve Been Framed with the amount of slip-ups they make.

Bradford City can’t really moan about higher fees if they rush into deals. Players want more these days, and it’s often better to wait and let things settle. If you buy anything the moment it’s released, you usually pay more than if you wait a few weeks. Football’s no different, but they’ve got other things they should be focusing on.

Cheers for the updates, @Chris . I agree, your clear communication and willingness to keep us informed is genuinely appreciated.

I’ll be thinking about this for days, but I can’t name anyone at the moment. It’s not easy to come up with a player off the top of my head. I’ll have to keep thinking it over. Salford City being a fairly new club makes it harder to find someone who’s played for both teams.

Salford City are a team I always want Notts to do well against. On paper, I think we’ve got the edge in terms of quality, and the home crowd could really help us see the game through. I expect Salford to want a response after losing their first match, but Notts needs to be smart. I hope Martin Paterson doesn’t make changes just for the sake of it. Newport was a solid start, and I’d like to see the same team given another go if possible.

I understand the idea of wanting to test him at a higher level. George Abbott has joined Wycombe Wanderers, and you could say Riley Reynolds needs that kind of challenge too. But if he can repeat what he did last season at Kidderminster and come back even better, maybe his next move will be to a bigger club. Wishing Riley Reynolds all the best.

He looks like a good addition to the squad. We need someone who can score and step in when needed. Being picked twice for the England Under-19s shows he’s got something about him, there are plenty of young players fighting for that chance. If he settles quickly and makes the most of his minutes, he should gradually work his way into the team. There’s strong competition in midfield, so I’m pleased with the signing.