Hull City are closing in on the arrival of German midfielder Marvin Mehlem from SV Darmstadt as Tim Walter secures his third arrival of the summer, and another big boost to his squad ahead of the big kick-off next Saturday against Bristol City.

Saturday's 2-0 home defeat to Newcastle United showed plenty of promise but again highlighted where their shortcomings are and in the latest episode of the 1904 Club, the panel discussed the club's business, finances and where things are at with less than two weeks to go.

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