Midfielder Declan Benjamin has been released by Oxford United after his scholarship deal expired at the club.

U's assistant manager Mickey Lewis said: "With such strength in depth in the squad we feel his chances of first team football are limited here.

"We thank him for his efforts. He is a super lad and we have enjoyed working with him."

Lewis added: "As with all the young local lads, we will keep an eye on Declan's progress."

The 18-year-old, who has spent time on loan at Banbury United, had been offered an extended deal until Christmas after a broken leg limited his chances towards the end of his scholarship.

He featured twice from the bench for Oxford in the 2007/08 season.

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