Peterborough United remain keen on the EFL Trophy

MacAnthony is a big fan of a competition Posh won in the 2013-14 season.

“It’s a competition that’s been good to us and not just because we won it once,” MacAnthony said.

“The prize money is worth having. You get £10k for winning a group match and £20k if you win in the knockout rounds.

“Last season we made about £88k and that’s all money that hasn’t been budgeted for. It’s extra cash.

“And there’s big value for our younger players.

“Last season we gave out 8-9 debuts to young players and still won all our group games. Our lads got a taste of a local derby against Cambridge and got to play against an Arsenal side and a couple of seasons ago we beat a Chelsea side valued at £30 million at Stamford Bridge.”

Posh manager Darren Ferguson added: “It’s a competition we want to go far in,”

Posh will play Cambridge United in the now sponsorless Trophy for the third time in four seasons. They have also been drawn against League One rivals Burton Albion and Fulham Under 21s.

POsh host Burton in the opening group game tomorrow (September 8, 7pm).