Tim Clancy looks to be heading to Hibs after turning down a new offer of a two-year deal from Motherwell. Clancy was a regular starter at Fir Park after signing from Kilmarnock in August and helped the Steelmen reach the Champions League qualifiers, where they will face either Dynamo Kiev, Fenerbahce, Panathinaikos or Copenhagen. Manager Stuart McCallsaid: "Tim Clancy has told me he will be moving on. He has been offered a far better deal from elsewhere. We took him from Kilmarnock reserves but in fairness to Tim it has worked both ways. We gave him a platform but he did really well for us. If it were £100-a-week I think he would have stayed because he has enjoyed himself but if he can substantially increase his money then I don't blame the lad at all." Clancy said: "It was a very hard decision for me to leave as I loved my time at the club so much. I have read online that I have been quoted as saying that any move away would be a step up - I said nothing of the sort and have no idea where it has came from. I have too much respect for the club, the manager and the fans for that. I want to thank everyone for making me feel so welcome and I'll be keeping my fingers crossed for the boys when they embark on their European run in July." McCall is still waiting to hear back from central midfield pair Keith Lasley and Steve Jennings who have also been offered new two-year deals. McCall went on: "Everybody has enjoyed themselves but I know there is also the financial side of things and we have had to cut £200,000 off our budget, which is £4,000-a-week. People can get a lot more elsewhere and they are going to have to look after themselves."
Source: FOOTYMAD
