McHale should find out soon whether Rangers will offer him a new contract, although it's likely that he won't. Take the fact that Saints having signed a few midfielders recently, such as John O'Neil, added to the news that Ricky Gillies will be staying, and it looks likely we won't be needing McHale. He was going to sign for Stockport County before that move fell through, so the Northampton rumour could have a bit of truth.
Elsewhere, former Saints defender Greig Denham is set to go on trial with Dutch side Roda JC, whilst Ally Mitchell is attracting division from second division side Forfar Athletic and first division newcomers Brechin City.