Levein supports Hunt deal
24 Jul 2008 - 11:41:11
Dundee United manager Craig Levein says his club could not stand in the way of striker Noel Hunt, who has headed south to join Reading.
The Irish forward has joined the Royals in a deal reported to be worth around £600,000 and Levein was fully aware that Hunt could leave and brought in Warren Feeney and Francesco Sandaza for next season.
He told The Scotsman: "This transfer represents an excellent deal for Dundee United and helps bring further financial stability to the club.
"Following an initial inquiry last season, we were aware that Reading might make a formal offer before the close of this transfer window and made plans accordingly.
"We knew that a formal offer would require serious consideration and we knew we had to plan to replace Noel before it became too late to do so.
"The move is also an excellent opportunity for Noel and we couldn't stand in his way."
