Tribunal Sets Pugh Fee

Last updated : 21 August 2010 By Bournemouth Co-Ordinator

AFC Bournemouth have been instructed to pay Hereford United £60,000, which could rise to £100,000. The increase will be in £10,000 installements based on Pugh making 15, 30, 45 and 60 appearances for the Cherries.

Jeff Mostyn was quoted in the Bournemouth Evening Echo as saying: "In view of all the circumstances, we were extremely disappointed with the outcome. Taking everything into consideration, we found the decision quite excessive. Marc spent a limited period with Hereford, they got him on a free transfer from Shrewsbury and there was very little input into his development, other than providing him with first-team football. We are absolutely delighted to have acquired Marc. We have accepted the tribunal’s findings on the basis that there is no right to appeal. We did our utmost to represent the club and put forward a very strong case. We know we have got a tremendous asset in Marc and are thrilled to have him onboard. Our supporters have seen in the short space of time that he has been here that Marc is going to be a very exciting player to watch".