Rhys Said "It has been a confusing time the last ten days or so as so much has been going on. I had received offers from elsewhere, some with more money but I felt that I would be better of staying at Mansfield because I know that the Gaffer and Ganns are in a position to offer me what I really want - regular football and career opportunities"
The decision has finally sorted the centre back positions out, meaning Keith Curle can now concentrate on other area's of his re-building plan.
Meanwhile it is also revealed that just prior to Day signing, a £5,000 bid for the defender from Hartlepool was turned down by Stags chairman Keith Haslam.