Airdrieonians player/assistant boss Callum Fordyce admits it is unlikely the Diamonds will add to their squad before Saturday's Viaplay League Cup opener with Dumbarton.
But he has revealed talks are ongoing with certain players as they seek to strengthen their defence for the forthcoming season.
The Championship side have made just a handful of new signings this summer, having held on to the bulk of last season's promotion-winning squad.
