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Deal for Danny Butterworth remains possible as Ian Holloway has to decide on risk-reward balance before transfer deadline

Whether or not the Town boss wants to take a risk on Butterworth after so long out, after he and the club have already invested in a player working his way back from a lengthy injury in the shape of Harry Smith, remains to be seen.

20.08.26News

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Swindon Town eliminated £100,000 release clause in Paul Glatzel contract as part of new terms at the County Ground

The Moonraker has subsequently confirmed the previous existence of this clause. It is understood that Glatzel was beginning to attract attention from a League One club in the days and weeks prior to his new deal being agreed.

20.08.26News

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Paul Glatzel remains a doubt for Cheltenham Town as Swindon Town continue to battle early season injury jinx

Swindon are full of walking wounded at present. Joe Snowdon is targeting a return against Oldham Athletic on August 29, while Sam Inwood faces a further fortnight on the sidelines with a hamstring issue of his own.

19.08.26News

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AB minutes confirm raft of staff appointments at Swindon Town... but omit several significant departures

Several of the arrivals had been previously revealed by the club on their official channels, including chief financial officer Paul Barclay and lead physio Aris Pavlidis.

19.08.26News

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Swindon Town miss out on one midfielder and turn down chance to sign another as reinforcement programme continues

EXCLUSIVE: The Moonraker understands Swindon made an ultimately unsuccessful attempt to sign Joe O’Brien-Whitmarsh on a permanent deal from Southampton.

18.08.26News

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Swindon Town complete loan signing of Newcastle United youngster in bid to reinforce midfield

The Robins have been actively searching for midfield recruits following the unfortunate injury to Gavin Kilkenny. And they appear to be about to at least partially fill the void left by the Irishman's absence, thanks to the arrival of a highly-rated teenager.

17.08.26News

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Sixfields snoozefest is a brutal reminder of Swindon Town's station... the question is how many of these performances are to come?

ANALYSIS: Northampton Town versus Swindon Town was uncomfortable viewing. Not for any particularly nefarious reason; it was just very hard to shake the feeling that doing almost anything else would have been a better use of a sunny Saturday afternoon.

17.08.26Matchday

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Swindon Town close in on loan signing in effort to bolster midfield following injury to Gavin Kilkenny

EXCLUSIVE: The Moonraker understands that transfer has not yet been finalised, but it is expected to go through without problem.

16.08.26News

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Episode 22Mystic Megs or Mystic Mugs? Rake The Moon predicts the new term

Andrew Hawes and Sam Morshead return with a look at all things Swindon Town.. On the agenda: season predictions, transfer market updates, and why have Swindon moved training ground?

14.08.26

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Episode 21Et tu Gavin?! The injury woes pile up for Swindon Town with 2026/27 just around the corner

Andrew Hawes and Sam Morshead return to chat all things Swindon Town. On the agenda this week is an examination of the Robins' injury nightmare. What's causing it? How bad is it? What's the solution?

31.07.26

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Episode 20What next for Swindon Town this summer? Rake The Moon analyses the transfer window so far

On the agenda this week: Sense and sensibility: Don't expect headline signings as Town seek a functional squad Trust deliver: What happened with the debentures, and why is it so important? A new Holloway: How the Robins boss is trying to turn over a new leaf in 2026/27

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Northampton v Town - PLAYER RATINGS: Centre-backs show promise but Robins look blunt going forward at Sixfields

The Moonraker runs the rule over the individuals performances of the Swindon Town players during their goalless draw at the Cobblers in League Two.

15.08.26Matchday

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Paul Glatzel is the latest Swindon Town player to succumb to the Robins' hamstringitis

EXCLUSIVE: While The Moonraker understands the issue is not thought to be severe, it was concerning enough for the Swindon backroom staff to take the decision not to risk aggravating the problem in a match environment.

15.08.26News

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Jaylan Pearman confirmed as latest summer signing, and Aussie should be available for Swindon Town at Northampton

Pearman did not train with the Town squad at the County Ground on Friday, but is expected to be available off the bench to manager Ian Holloway at Sixfields.

14.08.26News

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The kids are all right: Swindon Town confirm pro deals for youngsters after breakout performances in pre-season

As reported by The Moonraker earlier this week, Town have moved quickly to tie Louis Millard and Lucas Griffiths-Brown to the senior team following breakout performances in pre-season.

14.08.26News

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Swindon Town choose not to sell tickets in Arkell's block owing to "public order" and safety risks

The Moonraker has seen correspondence between a supporter and stadium manager Noel Jeffs, in which he confirms the restrictions are in place for all League Two matches this season.

14.08.26News

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Glatz how you do it! Swindon Town secure striker on new deal until summer 2029

Over his time in Wiltshire, Glatzel has morphed from being an out-and-out number nine into a versatile forward, who can also play in midfield and, occasionally, at wing-back.

13.08.26News

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Swindon Town chase loan deal for Australia Under-20 international on eve of new seasonSwindon Town chase loan deal for Australia Under-20 international on eve of new season

EXCLUSIVE: Robins manager Ian Holloway is keen to bring in new recruits to bolster the squad, following a spate of pre-season injuries. And The Moonraker can reveal the identity of one of the targets being pursued by Town.

13.08.26News