GRIMSBY Town director John Fenty believes the Mariners' summer transfer activity is an indication of the club's intent next season.
As revealed in the Grimsby Telegraph on Saturday, Town have confirmed the signing of former York City midfielder Scott Kerr on a one-year deal, following the capture of Scott Neilson last month.
Those acquisitions followed on from the re-signing of captain Craig Disley, who has extended his stay at Blundell Park for another year.
And speaking to the Telegraph, Fenty believes that business serves to underline Town's commitment to mounting a serious promotion charge in the coming season.
He also revealed that his personal financial commitment is higher than the past two years, insisting that the focus is now on improving the squad even further.
"With the re-signing of captain Craig Disley, bringing back Scott Neilson and the signing of Scott Kerr, we now have a cracking nucleus to add to," he said.
"It's now a case of further strengthening in all departments.
"There's no baggage this season, unlike past seasons, where part of the playing budget has been used to pay players off.
"My personal financial commitment will be higher than the last two years, and we want to build on an excellent season last time around.
"We had a great campaign, although it did fizzle out at the end somewhat and maybe that showed that we do need that little more strength in certain areas and we will be looking to address that."
He continued: "As a club, we are in great shape – we will have a good-sized squad, similar to last season – and added to that, we will have a fit Liam Hearn – who wouldn't want that? He will be like a new signing for us.
"I'm very confident about the coming season. I hope everyone will get behind the managers and the players once again.
"I'm really positive about the future and can't wait to get the season started to be honest."
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