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Stuart Kettlewell, the manager of Motherwell, is prepared for the possibility of losing some players but is eagerly awaiting word on his summer shopping list.
Max Johnston and Dean Cornelius, recent academy graduates, were given fresh contracts by the Steelmen a few months ago, but it is still unclear what will happen to them.
Along with other players whose contracts are up, including loan players Stuart McKinstry and James Furlong, as well as Sean Goss, Harry Paton, Mikael Mandron, Jonathan Obika, Jack Aitchison, and Jake Carroll, the defender Dan Casey has also been offered a new deal.
After scoring 29 goals last season at the age of 31, striker Kevin Van Veen's future may continue to be a matter of discussion for some time. The Dutchman's first park permit expires after one year.
Although things might follow a natural path, we obviously don't want to be waiting around in four or five weeks, the man remarked.
"I always believe that as a player, you have to make a choice after that season is over. You can tell from it that we want to have a little bit of clarity.I believe the club has been fair with the offers and fair in recognising the players we want to maintain, as well as the individuals with whom we have spoken and the outcomes of those conversations.The next phase is when we receive a small amount in return from player agents and other parties, and at this point, everyone is prepared for the upcoming season.
"I sincerely hope I can retain as many players as I can, but if not, it won't be the end of what we do as a club," the coach said.It's crucial that I, the board, and the recruitment staff are prepared for the possibility that some adjustments may be necessary.That's fine because you have to handle those circumstances if clubs with more prestige and money than us enter the league.However, we have demonstrated that our group has a solid foundation, and all things considered, we are in an excellent position.
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