Rivals’ financial clout making it tough for Walsall boss Michael Flynn
Michael Flynn says Walsall’s hunt for a striker is proving tough as they cannot get ‘anywhere near’ some of their League Two rivals’ financial offers.
The Saddlers have been boosted by the Trivela Group’s takeover of the club this summer.
Flynn, though, insists the playing budget is still not among the highest in the division, while he has been taken aback by the high level of spending elsewhere.
“We’re saying it’s a competitive budget, but I’ll tell you, it’s still not in the top seven,” said Flynn.
“It won’t be in the top seven, maybe top-10 budgets. It won’t be a top-10 budget, I know that.
“Yes, it’s a competitive budget for Walsall and the league, because money doesn’t guarantee you success. It gives us a chance of getting one or two.
"Finding a striker is hard. I’ve been talking to different managers throughout the leagues.
