Striker Balint Bajner looks set for a spell out on loan in League One with Notts County, according to Oldham manager Lee Johnson.
Johnson was keen to sign the Hungarian himself but says the Magpies made Town an offer which would "blow us out of the water”.
Bajner, 24, has had limited opportunities since joining the Blues in the summer, his sub appearance against Southampton on Wednesday was his sixth game from the bench in addition to his one start against Fulham on the opening day.
Meanwhile, Philadelphia Union winger Danny Cruz has revealed he's been training with the Blues.
Big thank u to @Official_ITFC for allowing me to train wththem for a bit. Been a pleasure and I look forward to watching your promotion run!
— Danny Cruz (@Dannycruz5) January 16, 2015