George Speaks On Smith Loan

Cambridge Director of Football Jez George has spoken to their official site about the decision to loan Sam Smith to the Bulls.

George signed Smith to a two year deal while he was manager of the club last summer, telling the site: “Sam was plagued by injury last season and this agreement gives him the opportunity to play regularly in this league at a good club with a good manager. 

"With the signings that we have made this summer, Sam’s opportunities to start matches could have been limited and with the other options we have in the striking positions, this decision makes sense for all three parties.

“We have an option in Sam’s contract to extend it by another year at the end of this season, so this is not necessarily the end of his career at Cambridge United. We will monitor Sam’s performances, assess his progress and fitness throughout the season, and then make a decision on his future next summer. 

"This arrangement protects our asset and leaves all possibilities available to us next summer.” 

BBC Cambridgeshire report that the Bulls will pay 100% of Smith's wages, with the player able to play against his parent club.

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