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Scunthorpe have been boosted by the news striker Gary Hooper should return to action when they take on Barnsley this weekend.

Stockport defender Michael Raynes' agent has confirmed Scunthorpe are one of several clubs interested in signing the defender.

Scunthorpe are targeting a swoop for Stockport captain Michael Raynes when the transfer window opens next month.

Nigel Adkins is hopeful injured duo Cliff Byrne and Martin Woolford will be back for Scunthorpe's game against Ipswich this weekend.

Scunthorpe boss Nigel Adkins has revealed he wants to strengthen his squad in several areas in next month's transfer window.

Scunthorpe boss Nigel Adkins believes his decision to switch to a 4-5-1 formation away from home will yield positive results.

Scunthorpe are sweating over the fitness of captain Cliff Byrne who is struggling with a hamstring ahead of the festive period.

Scunthorpe boss Nigel Adkins is hopeful of having Marcus Williams and George Friend fit for Saturday's trip to Reading.

Boss Nigel Adkins expects both Marcus Williams and George Friend to shake off head injuries in time for the clash with Reading.

Scunthorpe trio Joe Murphy, Martyn Woolford and Michael O'Connor all face late fitness tests ahead of the trip to Barnsley.

Scunthorpe midfielder Sam Togwell could be set to start when the Iron take on Barnsley on Wednesday night.

Scunthorpe have been boosted by the news Joe Murphy's knee injury is not serious and he will be back in action shortly.

Scunthorpe could hand a start to winger Garry Thompson when they look to pick up a win against Coventry this weekend.

Colchester boss Aidy Boothroyd admits he's a fan of Scunthorpe ace Grant McCann but refused to say whether he would be tabling a bid.

Scunthorpe defender Kenny Milne has been described as a 'role model' by boss Nigel Adkins for the way he has handled his injury.