The Stags’ first experience of the transfer window was in 2006 when clubs at the lower end of the EFL had to abide by the date restrictions for the first time, while they also had a break from it whilst a National League club where transfer windows don’t apply.
Overall, Mansfield made 47 signings in the winter window up to the end of January 2025, and here we list all of them and where their careers took them after that move, including some real fans’ favourites over the years.
See how many you can remember.
13. Alan Marriott - Rushden (undisclosed) - 2009
Keeper who spent five years with Stags, playing over 200 games and even scoring a goal. Now an electrician. Photo: .
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Played 12 times for Stags before dropping into non-league where he has also managed several clubs. Was also a pro boxer. Photo: ,
15. Matty Blair - Fleetwood (free) - 2015
Played 35 league games for Stags, scoring twice. Moved on to Doncaster and then Cheltenham before retiring. Now works for his family's clothing/workwear company. Photo: .
16. Michael Raynes - Stockport (free) - 2015
Had a short spell with Stags before featuring for clubs including Hartlepool and Crewe. Retired in 2023 and is head of football and education at Stockport County. Photo: .