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Charlton's bid for George Moncur rejected by Colchester - Sky sources

George Moncur
Image: Charlton have had their bid for George Moncur rejected by Colchester

Colchester have rejected a £150,000 bid from Charlton for midfielder George Moncur, according to Sky sources.

Sky sources understand Moncur will be allowed to leave Colchester this summer, but they are looking to secure up to £500,000 for him. 

Moncur has held initial discussions with Barnsley over a move to Oakwell, although the Tykes are yet to come to an agreement with Colchester. 

'Moncur to leave Colchester'
'Moncur to leave Colchester'

George Moncur will be allowed to leave Colchester following the club's relegation - Sky sources

Sky sources also understand Peterborough, who appointed Grant McCann as their new manager on Monday, are preparing to bid for Moncur, as are Milton Keynes Dons. 

The 22-year-old joined Colchester on loan from West Ham in August 2014 before making the move permanent three months later.

George Moncur (4th L) of Colchester United celebrates scoring his team's first goal
Image: Moncur has been a regular goalscorer for Colchester since joining from West Ham

He scored 14 times in 51 matches during the 2015-16 season, taking his goalscoring tally for the club to 23 in 97 appearances.

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Moncur was one of few bright spots in a disappointing campaign for Colchester, who will play their football in the bottom tier next season after finishing in 23rd spot in League One.

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