Derek Asamoah: Carlisle United release striker after deal expires

Carlisle United have released striker Derek Asamoah following the expiry of his short-term contract.

Asamoah, 35, has been with the Cumbrians on various contracts since an initial six-month deal in October 2014, and has scored 13 goals in 90 games.

"He's been a pleasure to work with," boss Keith Curle told the club website., external

"He's at an age where he needs to be playing football and, with the players we have here now, I couldn't guarantee him the pitch time he wanted."