Eleven. That is the number of players currently contracted to Blackpool Football club. And they don’t have a goalkeeper.

Three years ago the Tangerines were led by manager Ian Holloway and preparing for their first season in the English top flight. How far they have fallen in that time.

Chairman Karl Oyston is reportedly refusing to sign manager Jose Riga’s top targets or deal with overseas agents, which is remarkable considering the Championship starts in 10 days and the club can’t field a full team.