FORMER Dorchester Town striker Matt Groves has been released by Blue Square South rivals Eastleigh.

The 27-year-old has been linked with a return to the Magpies as player-boss Roy O’Brien and his assistant Ashley Vickers look to shape their squad for next season.

However, the management duo have outlined their preference to secure new deals for members of the county town squad currently out of contract before signing on any new players, in order to keep within the club’s budget.