Barrow manager Adam Murray has confirmed he is ready to bring in two new players but is waiting for the chairman's approval. Speaking after a 2-0 friendly win over Blackpool, Murray said he has players lined up but needs the green light from the board.
What did Murray say about the transfers?
Murray told BBC Radio Cumbria’s Adam Johnson that he has been in constant contact with the chairman, emphasizing the need for patience. He said, 'I've got the players ready to go, I'm just waiting for my chairman to give me the thumbs up. I’m texting him every day, but I also understand that money doesn’t grow on trees.'
Why are these signings important for Barrow?
Barrow finished 24th in League Two last season with 36 points, 51 points behind leaders Bromley. Murray believes adding two players will strengthen the squad, especially for tough periods with injuries and suspensions. He said, 'We need to make sure we've got the squad that when we get a couple of punches on the chin, we can still stay strong.'
What challenges did Barrow face last season?
Murray highlighted that Barrow struggled when key players were unavailable. He said, 'The club didn’t have that structure last season. They got punched on the chin and it went downhill drastically.' Barrow’s recent form was poor, losing their last five matches, including a 1-2 defeat to Newport County on May 2, 2026.
What comes next for Barrow?
Barrow will start their National League campaign away to Hartlepool on August 8. Murray is confident the signings will be completed soon, saying, 'We're all working hard on making that happen, and I’m confident it will.'
