Turner confirms three to leave

Graham Turner has confirmed that three players are leaving Hereford United.

He named them on BBC Hereford and Worcester as Jamie Pitman, Guy Ipoua and former club captain Tony James. None of the three have been offered new contracts.

Turner admitted that Ipoua's goal in the play-off had been very important while Pitman and James had been great servants of the club.

"I've got to pay tribute to them for their contribution to the club over a period of time. But things move on and it will be a fresh challenge for them," Turner told the station.

"Both have done exceptionally well in the Conference, both will get decent clubs, I've no doubt about that.

"I think there is already a queue waiting to talk to them."

As regards Ipoua, Turner was greatful for his help:

"He was brought in with the intention of helping us gain promotion to the Football League.

"He's had a terrific finish to the season when he's gone on a subs in the Morecambe and the Halifax match.

"Great contribution in those two games. Helped us get up there and all we can do is wish him well wherever he goes from here."

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