All players under 24 given offers says Turner

With most of the Hereford United players out of contract discussions started yesterday on new contracts.

"The players were in yesterday to sort out new contracts. They all expired after Saturday's game," Graham Turner told the Worcester News.

"All players under 24 were given written offers last week.

"They have been given a set period of time to consider the offers presented to them, but in the meantime we will be looking for players to strengthen the squad."

Turner wasn't giving much away but did admit he would have a little more money for next season.

"There's a bit more scope than there has been at any other time, because we are competing in a different market."

Meanwhile John Nagle, head of communications at the Football League, confirmed Hereford will receive an established sponsorship and broadcasting payment of £260,000 for next season.

Footnote: The following players of Hereford United's squad are under 24: Dean Beckwith, Tamika Mkandawire, Sam Gwynne, Craig Stanley, Stuart Fleetwood, Danny Carey-Bertram and Rob Purdie. (Andy Williams and Andy Ferrell are also under 24 but have already done deals)

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