http://www.westpress.co.uk/displayNode.jsp?nodeId=150309&command=displayContent&sourceNode=150308&contentPK=14608508&folderPk=76224Mark Devlin has played down rumours that Swindon Town are poised to swoop for Rochdale striker Rickie Lambert and Grimsby goalkeeper Steve Mildenhall. The club's chief executive confirmed new manager Dennis Wise has spoken to 'half a dozen or more' potential new recruits but said no signings were imminent.
Reports yesterday suggested Swindon were about to bid up to £150,000 for Lambert, who scored 22 goals in League Two last season.
Relegated Town have also been linked with a move to bring Swindon-born Mildenhall back to the County Ground.
Devlin said: "Dennis and I have spoken about half a dozen or more players but no signings are imminent. A lot of players are away on holiday at the moment.
"Rickie Lambert is certainly not a name that Dennis and I have discussed, and I think I would have heard about it if we are supposed to shelling out £150,000.
"Mildenhall has not been named by Dennis either and we have not heard from him or his agent."
Swindon have confirmed that Paul Smith, who had been offered a new deal by previous manager Iffy Onuora, has been released.
However, Devlin said the club had changed its mind about physio Dick Mackey, who has been offered a new role primarily with the youth and reserve players.
Devlin also said the future of Ian Woan should become clearer after the former head of youth development meets today with David Tuttle, the man lined up to take his place.
Meanwhile, Swindon are still trying to arrange a high-profile friendly on July 29. Chelsea, Leeds, Tottenham, Watford and Stoke, have been approached.
The club also intends to hold a board meeting later this month where 'a number of issues' are expected to be discussed including the possibility that new director and £1million investor Bill Power could become chairman.
i have to admit i think there is something in this lambert story even though devlin has played down rumours
