Chesterfield chairman Ashley Kirk has declared the club's squad complete and expressed optimism for the season ahead. Speaking to reporters, Kirk stated the club is 'very happy' with its business after bringing in 13 new players this summer.
"With the window shutting, we are very happy where the squad is," Kirk said. The final pieces were three season-long loans secured last week, adding Louie Marsh, Joel Randall, and Kiano Dyer to manager Paul Cook's options. This flurry of activity concludes a major rebuild for the Spireites, who currently sit 17th in League Two with five points from their opening five matches.
The completed group gives Cook a full deck to work with as they aim to climb the table. Kirk acknowledged the start has been 'patchy' but believes consistency will come with time and a settled selection. "Everyone is very impatient. Everyone wants instant success," the chairman noted, urging fans for continued support. The club's target is to have a consistent matchday 18-player squad established by the middle of October, providing a clear framework for the campaign.
A few players are working their way back to full fitness, which will further bolster the group. Wingers Dylan Duffy and Tom Pearce are both in recovery and expected to be available soon. A more specific timeline surrounds goalkeeper Zach Hemming, who is recovering from a wrist injury and awaiting a CT scan. Once cleared, he is expected to need a couple of weeks to rebuild strength before being ready for selection. Fans can monitor the latest availability on the club's injuries page.
The immediate focus shifts to on-field performance, starting with a trip to Boundary Park this Saturday to face Oldham Athletic. Chesterfield will also enter the Vertu Trophy next week, adding another competition to the schedule. With six goals scored and seven conceded so far, tightening up at the back will be a priority. The full run of upcoming matches is available on the fixtures list.
There is also potential for a squad member to gain senior international experience this season. Defender James Sissons is in contention for a call-up to the Malta national team, which would be a significant personal milestone. The full squad, featuring all the new arrivals, can be viewed in detail on the squad page. Chesterfield's next match is away at Oldham Athletic on Saturday, 14 September.
