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Shrewsbury have released defender Lee Canoville after play-off rivals MK Dons confirmed they had offered the player a two year deal. Manager Gary Peters opted the released the on-loan Boston man rather than let him face a 'conflict of interest'.
Boston manager Steve Evans has ruled himself out of the Chester manager's job: "I have a contract at Boston United and I will not be applying for the manager's job at Chester City or indeed a job anywhere, because I have a big job here." Oxford boss Jim Smith will consider his future after their play-off defeat last night. The veteran manager is expecting to see his budget slashed next season after heavy financial losses this time round.
Three more have been released by Darlington, making it eight of the seventeen out of contract players to depart. Three more are expected to depart with just six currently being offered contracts. Mansfield have offered new deals to 13 out of contract players, only released the already announced Barry Conlon, Martin Gritton, and Asa Charlton while Jon Olav-Hejde has retired.
Former Bulls loanee Michael Husbands is one of seven released by Port Vale. He played five times for the Bulls in early 2003. Also released is former Cardiff and Welsh international defender Rhys Weston. The 26 year old only joined the Valiants in February.
Bury have released seven players, and have offered seven more new contracts. Those released include former York manager Chris Brass and veteran keeper Alan Fettis. Barnet have confirmed that veteran midfielder Ian Hendon will be assistant manager next season. The 35 year old will retain a playing contract but will focus on coaching duties.
