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Fears are growing that Derby County are just two weeks away from liquidation.
Sources say the stricken Championship club have the money to see them through the next fortnight but claim they face oblivion unless they find about £5million to survive until the end of the season.
A fire sale of assets — including academy talent — is being lined up to ease pressure but a perceived lack of clarity over the litigation between Derby and both Middlesbrough and Wycombe Wanderers is putting off interested buyers.
Struggling Championship side Derby County could be just two weeks away from liquidation
With the transfer market flat due to the Covid pandemic, there are concerns that the 138-year-old institution is in grave danger.
Last week administrators Quantuma were asked to provide evidence to the EFL that they have the money to see out the remainder of the campaign.
They are confident of a resolution and that there are funds in place to see the club through.
Former Newcastle owner Mike Ashley