Cambridge United can confirm defender Wayne Hatswell has agreed a deal with Irish side Dundalk to join them as player-coach.

The 34-year old joined the U's in January 2008 from Rushden & Diamonds and has gone on to make 96 appearances for the Club, scoring ten goals.

U's Director of Football Jez George commented, "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.

"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 to start the process of building his squad for next season."

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