Shirtliff takes his chance

Last updated : 13 April 2006 By Editor
Speaking to the BBC Sport website, Shirtliff said "We have got the nucleus of a decent squad and one that is very capable. It's now about what we are allowed to do in the summer, budget-wise.

"Some of the players are out of contract and you never know what that brings. You can't legislate for certain things.

"There is always some uncertainty but we will work round that and I have contingency plans.

"I'd just like to improve all the time and keep chipping away so that we move forward in the right direction.

"We have improved and if we continue in that vein that will give us stability and a benchmark to work from.

"There are a few clubs in this division who could push on and play higher. But it's one thing saying it. You have to do it"

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http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/teams/m/
mansfield_town/4899560.stm