Newport working on more signings, says manager Hughes

Manager David Hughes says Newport County are working on making more signings before the transfer window shuts on 1 September.

The Exiles have added nine players to their squad this summer but, with 15 departures, there is room for new recruits.

Newport lost 1-0 at home to Salford City on Tuesday to leave them 15th in League Two after one win, one draw and two defeats from Hughes’ first four league games.

“We’re looking at a number of areas to strengthen, absolutely, but it’s not easy,” said the former Manchester United academy boss.

“The chairman (Huw Jenkins) and myself, we’re speaking consistently and daily on what we’re trying to do and how we’re trying to support the players we’ve already got here in the profile that we’re trying to bring in.

“Good players, there’s a lot of competition out there and we’re in the hunt for them, but I can’t say anything more than that at the minute.”

Newport are in particular need of reinforcements as midfielder Kai Whitmore is unavailable with a calf injury.

“Kai Whitmore’s had a little setback with a niggle with a calf that will put him out for three or four weeks, which is disappointing because he was performing really, really well,” Hughes added.

“So yeah, we’re looking, we’re actively seeking some support to try to enhance and evolve what we’ve currently got.”