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What a top guy he is also,
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KEEPING the likes of Toto Nsiala and James McKeown can propel Grimsby Town to Football League glory next season.
That's according to Craig Clay – one of TEN players released by Mariners boss Paul Hurst earlier in the week.
Of course, the central midfielder was naturally disappointed to see his two-year spell at Blundell Park brought to an end.
However, with the right additions – and two key re-signings – Clay feels the Mariners can build on their recent promotion in League Two.
He told the Telegraph: "If you look at Bristol Rovers, they kept a core group together and brought in a few players.
"I have no doubts Grimsby will be up and around the promotion places again.
"For me, the two key players are Toto (Nsiala) and Macca (James McKeown).
"If both of those decide to stay, it would be two massive signings for the club to build on in the Football League.
"I think Toto could play at a very high level – especially if he doesn't keep getting as frustrated as he does!
"He's a top, top player. If they keep those two, there's no reason why Grimsby can't do well yet again next season."
"It's one of those things, and something that every footballer has to deal with at some point in their career.
"You have to respect the gaffer and his choice – I'm sure he's already got some other targets in mind.
"I have to crack on and find a new club – but my two years at Grimsby were the best of my footballing career.
"I played at least 30 or 35 games each season.
"We didn't quite make it last year, so it was amazing to go one step further, and I'm so proud to have been part of the squad that got Grimsby back in the Football League."
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Fair play to him. Best wishes Craig.
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Feel for him. He must be hurting and has put a brave face on it and been professional and gracious. Put yourself in his shoes for a minute and imagine his disappointment after what we've achieved. To be deemed not good enough to get another contract to finally play league football. Whether you think he should have been retained or not, you've got to empathise with him. He's an honest, dedicated pro. Thanks for all your efforts Craig Clay. You will be remembered fondly and you did a good job. Good luck to him in future.
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Feel for him. He must be hurting and has put a brave face on it and been professional and gracious. Put yourself in his shoes for a minute and imagine his disappointment after what we've achieved. To be deemed not good enough to get another contract to finally play league football. Whether you think he should have been retained or not, you've got to empathise with him. He's an honest, dedicated pro. Thanks for all your efforts Craig Clay. You will be remembered fondly and you did a good job. Good luck to him in future.
Well put. I think it was the right decision to move him on, but i do feel for him and have said previously that he will always be remembered as one of the squad that got us back in the league, and for that i'll be forever grateful and wish him well.
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Agreed, forever grateful to the part he played in our promotion and best wishes from me.
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If he has trouble finding a new club and we are thin on the ground trying to sign players I would certainly have him back .
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If he played like he did at Southport, all the time, he would have been one of the first on my team sheet. An intelligent player will real finesse.
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Good Luck and thanks Craig, absolute certain to get another club soon
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Feel for him. He must be hurting and has put a brave face on it and been professional and gracious. Put yourself in his shoes for a minute and imagine his disappointment after what we've achieved. To be deemed not good enough to get another contract to finally play league football. Whether you think he should have been retained or not, you've got to empathise with him. He's an honest, dedicated pro. Thanks for all your efforts Craig Clay. You will be remembered fondly and you did a good job. Good luck to him in future.
Glass half full or half empty ? Craig was good enough to play in a team that made Wembley three times during his 2 season spell and won promotion.....nothing to be disappointed about there.
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