With the transfer window now open for club's across Europe, it will be intriguing to see whether Northampton Town manager Keith Curle opts to add to his squad in the coming weeks.

Whilst the Cobblers have made a relatively impressive start to the season in League Two, it could be argued that they may need to strengthen if they are to achieve a top-seven finish in May.

Furthermore, with Shaun McWilliams and Harry Smith both set to miss up to three months of action due to their respective injuries, Northampton are currently short of options in midfield and up-front.

Having secured £135,000 for winning their FA Cup third round clash with Burton Albion yesterday, the Cobblers could potentially make some moves in the market.

Here, we take a look at eight players Northampton should try to sign this month...

After illustrating some real signs of promise for the Cobblers during the latter stages of the previous campaign, Joe Powell returned to West Ham United in the summer following the expiry of his loan spell.

Currently being forced to watch on from the sidelines at the London Stadium, the winger may be open to a temporary switch back to Northampton this month.

Since bursting onto the scene for Birmingham by scoring the winner in their clash with Middlesbrough in October, Odin Bailey has only made three further appearances in the Championship.

An unquestionably talented player, the midfielder could add some real pace to Northampton's side if Birmingham opt to make him available for loan in the coming weeks.

One of the heroes of Northampton's 2015/16 title-winning season, Ricky Holmes has ultimately failed to reach the same heights since he leaving the PTS Academy Stadium.

Currently an outcast at Sheffield United, the winger may be open to a switch back to the Cobblers as it will give him the chance to play regular first-team football.

One of Derby County's most exciting prospects, Louie Sibley illustrated some real signs of promise in the club's clash with Crystal Palace at the weekend.

However, with first-team opportunities not guaranteed at Pride Park due to the presence of Duane Holmes and Wayne Rooney, the midfielder may be made available for a loan move which could tempt Northampton into making a move.

Given that David Cornell's future at the PTS Academy Stadium is currently uncertain due to reported interest from Middlesbrough, Preston North End and Ipswich Town, Northampton may need to sign a goalkeeper if he leaves.

A consistent performer for Mansfield Town last season during his loan spell in League Two, Nottingham Forest shot-stopper Jordan Smith may fit the bill for the Cobblers.

Linked with a move to Northampton last summer, Mickel Miller has illustrated some encouraging signs for Hamilton Academical during his time at the club.

As well as scoring 11 goals for the Scottish Premiership outfit, the forward is more than capable of creating chances for his team-mates having registered seven assists.

An exciting young talent, Alex Mighten produced a promising display for Nottingham Forest on Sunday against Chelsea in what was his first senior appearance for the club.

Already capped at under-18 level by England, the teenager's ability to play as a winger as well as a striker could add some versatility to Northampton's attacking options.

One of the stand-out performers in the National League this season, Kabongo Tshimanga has already scored 15 goals for Boreham Wood.

Although the forward has yet to prove himself at League Two level, Northampton may find it beneficial to take risk on him as he could potentially play a role in helping them reach new heights under Curle.