However Jamma's future now looks certain to be elsewhere after he yesterday officially turned down the clubs offer of a new two year contract. As an effect Jermaine will beome a free agent when his contract runs out next Wednesday leaving him free to move to a club of his choice without a transfer fee.
The news will come as a big blow to Royle, who has already lost John McGreal to Burnley after he turned down Town's offer of a new one year contract, instead opting for the security of a three year deal at Turf Moor.