KIDDERMINSTER Harriers manager Gary Whild admitted money issues forced him to let Kyle Storer leave.

The popular skipper, 27, had his contract cancelled by mutual consent and signed for rivals Wrexham until the end of the season.

Storer, who agreed a two-year deal with Harriers in March, 2013, would have been entitled to an improved deal at Aggborough if he had played 30 games this season.

However, with benefactors Kath and Ernie Lane still propping up the cash-strapped play-off chasers, Whild had to let Storer go before triggering the clause.

“I played a big part in bringing Kyle to the club and he was an important part of the team who finished second in the league,” said Whild.

“But the club’s situation has changed since he signed his deal and it needed to be dealt with.

“We have been open, honest and professional with Kyle in our negotiations and he’s said he understands the situation we are in and appreciates our efforts.

“Kyle’s been a big part of this club’s success and we wish him the best of luck. It’s not the first time that a decision taken by the club has come back to haunt us.”

Meanwhile, Harriers’ annual meeting will be on Monday, March 2, at 7pm in the Aggborough Suite.