Jul 24 2008
Levein Approves Hunt’s Move To Reading
Dundee United manager Craig Levein says the club could not stand in the way of striker Noel Hunt, who has headed south to join Reading.
The Irish forward, who had been linked with a move to SPL champions Celtic, has joined the English side in a deal reported to be worth around £600,000. Levein had alreadty brought in Warren Feeney and Francesco Sandaza for next season, in anticipation of losing the striker.
Levein told The Scotsman: “This transfer represents an excellent deal for Dundee United and helps bring further financial stability to the club.
“Following an initial inquiry last season, we were aware that Reading might make a formal offer before the close of this transfer window and made plans accordingly.
“We knew that a formal offer would require serious consideration and we knew we had to plan to replace Noel before it became too late to do so.
“The move is also an excellent opportunity for Noel and we couldn’t stand in his way.”
Noel’s brother, Stephen, is already on the books at Reading.
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