Southend United boss backs Huddersfield Town's new signing
SOUTHEND United boss Steve Tilson has admitted he is disappointed that defender Peter Clarke left the club to join Town.
The 27-year-old centre-half who joined Town on a three-year deal, decided to head back north to be closer to his family, a decision which has the full support of of his former boss.
He told the club's official website: "We're obviously all very disappointed to be losing Peter.
"He was our best player last season and so to lose him is a blow, but we understand his reasons.
"Peter's father-in-law has been ill and been undergoing treatment, so moving back nearer his home will enable his wife to see him a lot more."
Tilson said that he was taking a long view of the situation at Southend but backed Clarke moving back up north.
He added: "We are looking to build a side for the future so to lose Peter comes as a blow, but I understand his reasons and wish him all the best."
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