The crisis engulfing Notts County took a devastating turn as it emerged no takeover deal will be completed at Meadow Lane today.
Despite claims from chairman Alan Hardy the club would be sold on Wednesday, Nottinghamshire Live understands no sale is due to be finalised.
And in another twist, it emerged a consortium including Colin Dodd and convicted fraudster Alex May are still interested in buying the National League side.
Staff are understood to be outraged by the latest developments, having also been told it is highly unlikely they will be paid on Friday.
It means for the second consecutive month, they are unlikely to be paid their wages, leaving them relying on goodwill from supporters and fund-raising organisation, Lifeline.
It will also have ramifications for boss Neal Ardley, who would have been keen for a resolution with the club also under a transfer embargo despite the season starting in less than two weeks’ time.
A number of trialists could now depart, leaving the club facing another crisis on the pitch with Notts in desperate need of new signings.
