American businessman Chris Kirchner has been given until 17:00 BST on Friday to provide evidence that he can complete the purchase of Derby County.
In the meantime, the club’s administrators “have taken the decision to engage with other interested parties as a contingency measure”.
The sale and purchase agreement with Kirchner remains in place but will be off if Friday’s deadline is not met.
Former Newcastle owner Mike Ashley is among the interested parties.
However, local businessmen have been working on a plan if the Kirchner deal does not materialise.
More to follow.