The non-league market could well be fertile ground to land some of the game’s up-and-coming players ahead of the new head coach’s first full campaign.
So we’ve scoured the National League for some of the most exciting players operating at that level this term – here’s some of the gems who could make the step up.
13. Sam Austin
Ten assists for the versatile attacking midfielder so far, since joining leaders Notts County from Kidderminster. Can play in any of the forward positions. Photo: Shaun Botterill
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