Northampton Town manager Chris Hogg is aiming to add one or two players before Tuesday's transfer deadline. The Cobblers are looking to strengthen their squad after a 1-1 draw at Gillingham and as they sit 19th in League Two with two points from three games.
Chris Hogg confirmed his transfer plans. "He’s hoping to bring in one or two more players," the manager said. The window closes at 11pm on Tuesday, giving the club a short timeframe to finalise deals. This push comes during a major squad revamp following last season.
The left side of defence is a specific area of focus. James Maxwell is currently the only natural left-back in the Northampton Town squad. Versatile defender Janoi Donacien could cover that role but prefers to play in other positions. At centre-back, Jon Guthrie is the sole left-footed option, limiting tactical flexibility for Hogg.
In midfield, the absence of Liam Shaw for several weeks and the current injury to Jack Perkins reduces options. The manager has been testing different players in various roles during the early matches. Kamarai Swyer started the season opener at Leicester, while Joe Wormleighton has been used in a deeper role, such as against Swindon. Harvey Saunders featured in the team at Crewe.
Northampton's start to the campaign has underlined the need for reinforcements. They have taken two points from their opening three fixtures, with a recent form of draw, loss, draw. The team has scored just one goal while conceding two, leaving them with a -1 goal difference.
Their latest result was a 1-1 draw away at Gillingham this past Saturday. In that match, Joe Wormleighton returned to the side but was substituted inside the first half-hour, with Sam Hoskins taking his place. These performances have highlighted areas where additional quality and depth could help turn draws into wins.
Immediate attention turns to the final hours of the transfer market. Hogg has not limited his search to a single position. "If you ask him where he’d like to strengthen, he would not narrow it down to one position," Hogg said. The club's recruitment team is working to identify available targets who can improve the group.
Once the window shuts, focus will shift entirely to the pitch. Northampton Town's next match is a home game against Crawley Town on Tuesday, September 1st. Crawley are currently 17th in the table, making it a key opportunity for the Cobblers to climb the league. Fans can check the full schedule on our fixtures page. Integrating any new signings quickly will be important for Hogg as he looks to build momentum.
The current injury list, including Perkins and Shaw, means squad management is vital. Supporters can monitor player availability on our injuries page. With the transfer deadline looming, the final shape of Northampton Town's squad for the coming months will soon be clear.
