Surrey chase Hamilton-Brown
Dec 01 2009 - 08:46:23
Surrey are believed to be keen to name all-rounder Rory Hamilton-Brown as their new captain.
The 22-year-old, who played for Sussex in the 2009 season, is being tipped to replace Mark Butcher who announced his retirement earlier this year.
However, Surrey still have to agree a compensation fee with Sussex for Hamilton-Brown and that is by no means certain.
Jim May, chairman of Sussex, was quoted in the Daily Telegraph as saying: "This approach is most unwelcome and the timing is very unfortunate when Rory should be focussing on his time in the England Performance Programme as he seeks a place in the England Lions squad after Christmas.
"We had already offered Rory a contract extension on improved terms prior to the official approach from Surrey.
"We regard him highly as a player who has developed well since joining us."