Warwickshire have said they are unlikely to offer allrounder Neil Carter a new contract when his current deal expires at the end of the season.

He joined the club in 2001 had has enjoyed reasonable success in one-day cricket where he is often used as a pinch-hitter. However, he has been pushed aside by younger players and no longer commands a regular place.

�..The Club are unlikely to offer Neil another contract at the end of the season and would not stand in the way of an approach from any other counties at this stage," said chief executive Colin Povey.

"[He] has been a really valuable member of the squad for the last seven years and a great ambassador for the Junior Bears. I am sure everyone at the club wishes Neil all the best in his future career.�.�