Rugby manager Rod Brown has decided to released midfielder Willis Francis from the club.

	Since joining in 2005, Francis netted 3 times in 70 league appearances for Valley

The tough-tackling midfielder has failed to nail down a regular first team slot and Rod made the decision in the interests of both parties.

Rod said: "Willis didn't really feature in my plans and we have agreed that it is best that he looks for another club."

Francis first joined the club from Grantham Town in 2005 and made 70 appearances for Rugby during his two spells with the club, having already left the club earlier in the season to join Glapwell.

Meanwhile, the club has taken on Coventry City FC youngster Kieran Fitzharris on a work experience basis.

Kieran is a 2nd Year Academy player at Coventry, and can play in a number of positions across the midfield.

Rod commented: "He isn't the biggest lad in the world, but has shown so far in training that he has very quick feet.

"We will take another look at him in training this week and then take it from there."