Denham future in doubt

6:04pm Tuesday 23rd September 2008

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CHRIS Denham's Altrincham future is in doubt after the winger refused to commit to extra training sessions.

Robins boss Graham Heathcote insisted last week that Denham was still an Alty player following rumours he had left the club.

But it appears the summer signing will not be at Moss Lane for much longer after a bust-up with Heathcote over extra training sessions.

In a bid to improve his side's form, Heathcote is bringing his squad in for extra training on Friday evenings, in addition to the usual Tuesday and Thursday night sessions.

Denham said he would not commit to the extra training though and now looks likely to leave the club, although Heathcote refused to be drawn on the player's future.

"I asked something of the players but Chris wouldn't comply," said the Alty manager.

"I'm trying to sort the dressing room out, it's nothing to do with the player's ability."

Denham has become an immediate fans' favourite at Moss Lane since arriving from Droylsden in the summer.

He has made eight league appearances so far this season but in his last outing for the club - the 4-2 Cheshire Senior Cup victory over Vauxhall Motors - he had an argument with Heathcote before the start of extra time.

Alty beat out a host of clubs to sign Denham in the summer, including big-spending Rushden and Diamonds, and there is likely to be no shortage of takers for the 26-year-old.