York City chief fighting to re-sign Jonathan Smith

11:10am Friday 29th June 2012 in Sport

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YORK City chairman Jason McGill said the club would “do what we can” to bring Jonathan Smith back to Bootham Crescent.

He confirmed he was in talks with Swindon Town chairman Jeremy Wray regarding the possible return of the 25-year-old, who has been transfer listed at the League One club.

Smith was a key part of Paolo Di Canio’s League Two-winning squad last season and it is his experience in that division, as well as the impact he made during his previous spell at York, which has alerted manager Gary Mills.

McGill said: “I am, at this moment, in discussions with the chairman of Swindon Town (regarding Jonathan Smith). He is a player we would love to see back.

“He is a player that has experienced promotion and we will do what we can to bring him back.”

When asked about the prospect of Smith’s return, assistant manager Darron Gee added: “The two chairman are trying to sort a deal out and that’s really as far as it goes at the moment. Of course, we would like him back.

“You don’t want to lose your best players and, the year before, he was outstanding. He had the opportunity to go and play in League Two and he has done it at that level and played a number of games at that level. His return would be a massive boost to the football club. I’m delighted he’s on the radar but there is a lot of work to be done.”

Comments(8)

The Legend Of Keith says...
11:48am Fri 29 Jun 12

This would be an excellent signing alongside Connoll. Let's hope that the prices and wages quoted aren't too high as I believe McGill and Mills will be able to sell the club to both with ease!

Pre-season is now looking like a lot of fun.

COYR

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haxbyreds says...
11:56am Fri 29 Jun 12

Smith is an excellant player would love him back,unbelievable effort and energy.

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TheBurton says...
11:58am Fri 29 Jun 12

McGill, Mills and Gee all deserve credit for the signing of Bullock, Mcready and potentially Smith. They are using their heads wisely to ensure a stay in the league. signing 2 players that have played well at league level and then a youngster for the future who we know can play at conference level. Well done guys!

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YCFC115 says...
11:59am Fri 29 Jun 12

Now that we have lost Meredith, hopefully Jason has a few more quid to play with and pull out all the stops to bring this quality, quality player back to where he belongs.

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ian923 says...
12:28pm Fri 29 Jun 12

Jonathan Smith would be a great addition to our squad. I also believe Meredith will eventually regret not staying at City.

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YcfcKeepingTheFaith says...
12:55pm Fri 29 Jun 12

Come back to c

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YcfcKeepingTheFaith says...
12:57pm Fri 29 Jun 12

****come back to city Jonathan! Would be delighted to have you back

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rogue84 says...
12:59pm Fri 29 Jun 12

come back J.Smith, we all missed you when you left BC, there's most definately a place for you in our squad.
vital experience is a big plus, but also he's another classic Mills-style player. gives 100%, never stops running and isn't afraid to do the hard work of football. his 60-yard run to score the opening goal against Crawley was a real lung-buster and he looked like he enjoyed playing for us.

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