Harry Kewell made it clear he wanted to speak to Notts County, says Crawley Town football director

Crawley Town's director of football has spoken of Harry Kewell's move to Notts County, saying the Australian "made it clear" he wanted to speak to the Magpies for the job.

Kewell was one of the names touted to replace Kevin Nolan at the helm of the Meadow lane outfit, and rumours picked up pace on Thursday before the appointment was confirmed on Friday morning.

Selim Gaygusuz said a deal was agreed - with a compensation package reported by the press to have been set at £400,000 - and admitted that Kewell had spoken of his desire to speak to Notts and Alan Hardy.

“Harry Kewell made it clear earlier this week that he wanted the opportunity to speak to Notts County which we granted," Gaygusuz told the Crawley site.

“Matters concerning compensation for the remainder of his and Warren Feeney’s contract have now been concluded successfully.

“The search for a new manager is underway and we are looking to make an appointment as soon as possible.”

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