Chester have confirmed interest in taking Trevor Benjamin to the Deva Stadium. Kettering boss Mark Cooper has confirmed his interest in Benjamin has ended after they couldn't reach an agreement. Peterboro have announced that Aaron McLean has come off the transfer list at his own request.
One of Bournemouth's new owners is former Chester director Paul Baker. Baker, who was also their largest sponsor for several seasons, joined up with another former Chester bidder Alastair Saverimutto to provide the financial muscle for existing Cherries Chairman Jeff Mostyn to take control of the club. The Cherries have also had their transfer embargo lifted by the FA.
Ex-Bull Craig Mawson has agreed a one year deal with the reformed FC Halifax Town. The 29 year old keeper made 64 appearances in two years at The Shay for the original Halifax side. Another former Bull Dean Craven has joined Bromsgrove from Chasetown. The 30 year old midfielder managed only 13 appearances in the 2003/4 season at Edgar Street.