Stockport County fans have teamed up to help manager Jim Gannon splash the cash in the January transfer window.

Gannon has brought striker Danny Rowe to Edgeley Park after agreeing an initial one-moth loan deal with Fleetwood Town - a move made possible after supporters group Help the Hatters stumped up the money to cover his wages.

And Gannon, who led County to their first win of his second spell in charge with victory over Barrow on Saturday, admitted he was grateful for the helping hand.

He said: “The club really appreciates that supporters have provided additional finance which has gone directly into funding the signing of an exciting player.”

Gannon, who is also director of football, revealed he would be forced to cut the wage bill after stepping back into the hot-seat following Dietmar Hamann’s dismissal.

But he is also keen to add to his squad as he looks to guide County away from the Blue Square Bet Premier relegation places.

To help him do that, Help the Hatters chairman John Fitzpatrick, who raised the money by organising car boot sales and selling old kit, has urged supporters to follow their example and pitch in.

“As a group of supporters, we are able to provide additional funding to the club,” he said.

“I urge local businesses who are in a position to help, to consider providing funds to the club. I am more than happy for people to call me to discuss how we can help bring further good young players to Stockport County.”

A County spokesman added: “The signing of Danny has been funded by Help the Hatters, who have provided the funds to enable us to add to our squad." Tweet