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Hatswell set to join Dundalk

Cambridge United have allowed 34-year old defender Wayne Hatswell to become Dundalk's player-coach.

The former Forest Green Rovers, Oxford United, Chester, Kidderminster and Rushden & Diamonds player leaves the U's after making ninety-six appearances for the club.

Director of Football Jez George told the club's official website: "Wayne made us aware of the approach from Dundalk and we recognise at this stage of his career this is a fantastic opportunity for him to take the first steps into coaching and it would be wrong of us to stand in his way.

"Wayne has been a model professional during his time at the Club and we wish him all the best in the start of his coaching career."

The deal is not 100 percent complete despite the Irish club announcing it on their website. But good news for the club is that they find themselves in a strong position to strengthen this term.

"Dundalk have jumped the gun in announcing the deal on their website because at present he remains our player. However, we have agreed to release him from his contract to coincide with the start of his commitments in Ireland or once we have secured the services of a suitable replacement.

"We have already identified a couple of targets and negotiations are ongoing in this respect. It wasn't anticipated that we would be in the position to bring any players in until the summer but due to recent circumstances it has enabled Martin Ling to start the process of building his squad for next season."