We let down the fans big time, admits Browne

Tony Browne wants to stay at Dover Athletic next season - despite speculation linking him to a move elsewhere, writes Justin Allen.

The popular defender will have his testimonial match on Saturday at Crabble - and after that will talk to club officials about next season.

"I've not looked ahead yet but, of course, I want to be a Dover player next season," he told www.doverathletic.com.

"This is a great club and is the most professionally run side at this level - and is even better run than some Third Division clubs I know.

"We're all still hurting after losing the play-off semi-final to Hastings. Everyone at the club is gutted about the result and having to contemplate another season in Ryman One.

"However, I am sure once the dust has settled and the management have made their decisions we'll all know where we stand very soon. I am certainly hopeful of staying at the club."

He added: "I feel we let down the fans big-time on Tuesday. We wanted to win them promotion - and it's hard to take at the moment."

Tony talks to Justin Allen in a special 17-minute interview, looking back at his time at the club and talks about his testimonial game.

To access the interview, please visit www.doverathletic.com.

Meanwhile, Dover Athletic are pleased to announce the list of players set to be on show at Crabble for Tony’s testimonial on Saturday, which kick’s off at 3pm.

An All Stars XI will be playing a Dover Legends XI, and some of the names that will be on show include:

Neville Southall
James Virgo
Adam Virgo
Joff Vansittart
Neil Le Bihan
Jake Leberl
Lee Shearer
Ricky Spiller
Jamie Day
Steve Norman
Danny Spiller
Dominic Castle
Simon Glover
Steve Hafner
Mark Lovell
Anthony Hogg
Tim Dixon
Andy Arnott
Russell Milton
Plus all of the current Dover squad