Will summer window be a fresh start for Newport?

Christian Fuchs signed what Newport called a long-term contract when he took charge last November [Huw Evans Picture Agency] There was a finish to remember for Newport County at the end of a season to forget. As sweet as it was to secure League Two status on the final day of an arduous campaign, Newport will hope for much less trauma in 2026-27. It is now 13 years since the Exiles climbed back into the English Football League (EFL) courtesy of a play-off final triumph over Wrexham.

In nine of the 13 seasons since victory at Wembley, the south Wales club have finished in the bottom half of the table – and this spring was by no means their first relegation near miss. Manager Christian Fuchs said after victory at Barrow on the final day of the season secured Newport's EFL status, that the club must use the "momentum that we just created to push forward". As Fuchs and chairman Huw Jenkins aim for progress, their work in the upcoming transfer window will be crucial.

BBC Sport Wales assesses what the Newport hierarchy will be looking for. What next for Fuchs after Newport's final day survival? Latest Newport County news, analysis and fan views How much work is required?

The short answer is lots. As is the way for many clubs in League Two, Newport do not tend to dish out long-term contracts. As a result, summer windows are often busy and that will be the case at Rodney Parade this time around.