There are no new developments in the ownership issue at Stanley with the deal between former chairman Eric Whalley, managing director Dave O’Neill and current chairman Ilyas Khan still in the hands of solictors.

"We have been assured that everything will be sorted out and we do need to sort it out sooner rather than later now," said chief executive Rob Heys.

"We haven’t paid the full wages from last month for some of the players and staff and this month’s will be due shortly and there is also the monthly tax payment.

"People are being patient but it is a real battle. We are just about keeping our head above water. I believe bank details have now been exchanged though so we are getting there."