Lincoln City Captain Paudie O’Connor is out of contract this summer and able to link up with another club on a free transfer. THE DECK sources had already confirmed that Championship duo Derby County and Stoke City were interested in the defender but now further interest from League One has emerged.

Journalist Pete O’Rourke has revealed that Wycombe Wanderers are one of the third tier sides interested in the Irishman, which has been confirmed by our sources. However, it has been stressed that there is no front runner and no side are currently leading the race as three or four League One sides are still in the running, as well as the previously mentioned Championship clubs.Huddersfield Town and Barnsley are still in the race.

Our source has confirmed that O’Connor will wait on Championship interest before making any decisions to remain in the third tier with a step up to the second tier the ideal solution. But playing time and ambition will also factor into the decision making process.

Derby County and Stoke City Two of Three Championship Clubs Interested in Lincoln City Captain

Whilst THE DECK has reported that Derby County and Stoke City are the Championship clubs that are interested, sources have revealed that a third side have also entered the race and are assessing whether to make a move.

Lincoln City are still insistent that there is still a chance he could remain at the club beyond the summer, but that opportunity is dwindling as more clubs come to the table. The Imps reportedly made a “really good” offer to keep him at the club, but it was acknowledged in the Stacey West Podcast Special that they were prepared for him to walk for nothing, as his value was on the pitch.

Fellow out of contract star Sean Roughan is also expected to leave with a compensation fee already having been agreed with another club.