Gudjon will not ‘rip up’ budget for Lawrence
By Peter Morse (Crewe Chronicle)
GUDJON Thordarson has rubbished claims he went back on promises to defender Dennis Lawrence.
Lawrence, who spent most of last season on loan at the Alex and was keen to tie up a permanent deal, has claimed he was offered the club captaincy and told he was in Thordarson’s plans.
He said he is disappointed not to be joining Crewe and insisted his wage and contract demands were not “greedy”.
But Thordarson said: “I never offered Dennis the captaincy or a two year deal.”
The Chronicle understands the Icelander did want to sign he Trinidad international, but would not meet his contractual requirements.
He added: “I only have a certain amount of money to spend and I am trying to balance my books.
“But I have nothing but positive things to say about Dennis.
“He is a good professional and a good player, but I can’t rip my budget up for one player.”
Lawrence joined Crewe on loan from Swansea City in September and stayed until the end of the season.
He endeared himself to fans with his wholehearted approach and calm defending, but will now have to seek pastures new.
His former club Wrexham are believed to be interested in re-signing him, but the 34-year-old would prefer to find a club in the Football League.
