An update on Louis Lomas to put to bed rumours or any concerns as to why he is yet to sign:
It appears, consistent with Kev's comments in the Echo, that the club have made enquiries as to signing Lopata and Gubbins on loan. Kevin was away on holiday whilst the club met with Louis and his agent. Louis was then on holiday during the period in which Kev returned, and Louis has only recently got back. Nonetheless it appears that Kevin is yet to give the final seal of approval on this one, and seems more keen in signing the two ex-loanees. It's a slow burner this one and dependant on a lot of things - risking another club jumping in IMO.
Personally would be surprised if we do manage to get Lopata back.
Bewilders me that we'd go for Gubbins on a loan deal rather than signing a young talented player on a permanent deal who has been earning rave reviews, was an ever present in a team that conceded 23 goals in 42 games with 28 clean sheets, and was in the team of the year for the league below. Would be a good investment, but there we go.
Meanwhile looking for that post by Simply Shrimpers that says this signing was imminent a while back