Alex to replace Bignot
25 Jun 2007 - 11:07:18
Crewe Alexandra coach Steve Holland is keen to sign a new left-back after Paul Bignot turned down the offer of a new contract at Gresty Road and penned a two-year deal with Kidderminster Harriers.
The 21-year-old came through Alex's youth team ranks and made 26 first-team appearances for the club but opted to sign a permanent deal with Harriers after spending a month on loan at Aggborough last term.
Holland told the Stoke Sentinel: "We'll now be looking for another defender who can play at full-back.
"We've one or two names in the frame, but we're not at the stage where we've made any bids.
"Paul was with the club a long time and considered our offer, but he wanted to go where he'll have the opportunity to play more.
"He's been with us since he was 12 or 13 years old and he's been a terrific lad to work with. But there comes a time with all players when they either need to make a first-team place their own or move on to a new club.
"We were happy to keep Paul around the squad next season, but we understand his decision to go elsewhere and wish him all the best."