Walsall manager Lee Grant states squad still needs improvement
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 1:16 PM
Last updated Jul 22, 2026
Walsall head coach Lee Grant expressed that the team is still working on strengthening their squad despite signing nine new players this summer. New additions include defenders Ryan Leak and Declan Skura, who made their debuts in a recent friendly loss to Aston Villa. Grant indicated that he aims to enhance the squad with impactful players rather than just filling roster spots. He emphasized the importance of quality in recruitment as the club prepares for the upcoming League Two season.
- •Walsall has signed nine players ahead of the new season.
- •Ryan Leak and Declan Skura debuted in a friendly against Aston Villa.
- •Lee Grant emphasizes the need for quality over quantity in signings.
- •Grant aims for a positive, attacking style of play in League Two.
- 1:16 PMYahoo Sports — Walsall not there yet in terms of signings - Grant
"Despite signing nine new players Walsall are "not there yet" in terms of finishing their summer recruitment says boss Lee Grant.
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