Defender James Crane departs Worthing

The club have decided against extending the versatile defender's contract.

Crane made the move from arch-rivals Bognor last summer on a one-year deal.

He racked up 48 appearances for Worthing during his first season at Woodside Road, but boss Adam Hinshelwood will not be offering him a new contract.

The Worthing boss revealed meetings would be held with all of his playing squad over the coming days.And Crane has become the first casualty following talks with Hinshelwood.