Bury’s desperate bid to be reinstated in League Two will be top of the agenda at the English Football League’s club meeting on Thursday.

The EFL expelled Bury in August following a failed takeover bid, but Bury North MP James Frith and fans group Forever Bury have submitted a plea to be re-entered for the start of next season.

Frith’s proposal has the backing of Mayor of Manchester Andy Burnham, while chairman Steve Dale has also offered his support and pledged to assist in the search for a new buyer, in a signed letter seen by Telegraph Sport.

Frith is arguing that expulsion and a season without football should be regarded as adequate punishment.

Bury’s plea will be discussed at a meeting this week, but it is understood the rescue mission has been met with strong opposition from the majority of EFL clubs.