1st August:
El Zhar Signs On
Crewe today confirmed the season long loan of Nabil El Zhar from Liverpool. The Winger / Striker is thought to have a bright future ahead of him, and is looking forward to first team football. Sky Sports understands that upto 3 more Liverpool youngsters may be joining Crewe on loan with other possibilities thought to include Damian Plessis and Kristian Nemeth.
2nd August:
At a press conference today Smith moved to clarify transfer rumours circulating about.
"It is true we accepted an offer from Accrington for Neil Cox, but personal terms couldnt be agreed. As for Roberts and O'Conner, there have been enquiries, but ive found them laughable to be honest."
3rd August:
Today's Carling Cup first round draw pitted Crewe up against Preston North End in one of the ties of the round. The match will be played at Gretsy Road, with Crewe hoping their fans can be the 12th man.
8th August:
Fon Williams Leaves On Loan
Crewe Keeper Owen Fon Williams today joined Burscough on a 3 month loan. Manager Robert Smith said the deal was in the players best interests, and hopes it puts the player in the shop window for a permanent transfer.
Smith also confirmed he has made an offer to take Insua and Nemeth on loan from Liverpool. "It is true, weve made an offer. Im not holding out much hope though when top teams from Spain are interested in taking them on loan. Crewe or Villareal, you decide."
In a final point, Smith confirmed that Striker Ryan Lowe has dislocated his jaw in training and will be out for the best part of a month. "Ryan was definitely pushing for a starting place at the weekend. Its a blow for the lad to get injured with the season just days away. 
