The Silkmen have gone eight matches without a win and Tuesday`s thumping 4-1 defeat at Southend left them just two points above the relegation zone.
Yet Simpson is working hard behind the scenes to breath new life into his squad, with a new frontman his priority.
Simpson said: "I've been trying to bring someone in to get a few goals and ease some of the pressure on the forwards.
"Financially it's been a struggle because even some fringe players at this level, the players who are available, are on well above what we can afford.
"But we are still working hard on it and want to see someone in before the window closes."
Source: PA
Source: PA