'It was the right thing to do' - Shrewsbury's Micky Moore discusses Carl Winchester's departure

The 31-year-old left Salop today signing a two-year deal at Derry City in his native Northern Ireland. 

Winchester made more than 100 appearances for Shrewsbury over a two-and-a-half-year period but had been struggling living away from his family. 

And Moore said: “As a club we have granted Carl’s request to leave because it’s the right thing to do.

“He was my first signing when I came in and has been a fantastic servant for the club.

“He is also an unbelievable person and has been a great professional off the pitch as well as on it.

“When Carl came to speak to me, it was obviously a very difficult conversation.

“But this is a decision Carl felt he had to make, and I completely understand and respect why he wants to return home and be with his daughter.

“As a football club, we have always prided ourselves on doing the right thing, at the right time for the right people.

“Carl falls into that category, so we granted his request and didn’t put any obstacles in the way by asking for a transfer fee.

“Everyone at the football club wishes Carl the very best of luck for the future. He and his family will always be welcome at the Croud Meadow.”