TALKS to save Darlington Football Club from liquidation are at an advanced stage, the administrator said today.

Harvey Madden said only one potential bidder remained in the race to buy the club.

Although discussions were continuing, no suitable bid for the club had yet been submitted, he said.

Mr Madden said in a statement: "Talks regarding the football club are at an advanced stage with a potential purchaser.

"However, no suitable bid has yet been agreed, but discussions are ongoing.

"For the avoidance of doubt I am currently only talking to one interested party as no other potential purchaser has entered into negotiations."

It is understood the potential investor is Sheffield businessman Paul Wildes.