Hallam Hope's agent hints at Carlisle exit

Hallam Hope's agent has told Carlisle the striker "wants to play at the highest level."

Hope, who scored 15 goals last season, has been linked with a move away from Brunton Park this summer.

Carlisle director of football David Holdsworth told the club website: "Hallam Hope wants to play at the highest level and his agent has expressed that to me.

"While Hallam hasn't asked for a transfer, and he knows completely that he's part of our club, we're just concentrating on him returning to us in pre-season.

"I like him as a player and a person, but every player does have a value and I'll do everything in my power to look after this football club.

"That's why we need to receive a bid which fits before we would even consider allowing him to discuss that option.

"Until that happens Hallam is our player. I know he's fine with that because we like him and he likes us. "