THE future of Dorchester skipper Alex Browne remains in the balance with the defender wanting time to reflect on a decision.
Browne, whose scored 24 goals in 213 appearances for the Magpies since joining from rivals Weymouth in 2003, says that his hunger and passion for football remain but is unsure whether his time is up.
He told Echosport: "I just want to have a bit of time off with my family and maybe go on holiday. I'll be meeting with Eddie Mitchell at the end of the week to discuss a few things but sometimes you need a week away from everything to make a decision.
"I still thoroughly enjoy my football but having played for 18 years half of me thinks I've had my time while the other half thinks I would miss it desperately. There are pros and cons to both decisions and I will discuss it all with my wife.
"If I did stop playing I would still like to be involved in football. I'm starting my UEFA B licence next month but I've also got a lot of experience which would be nice to put to use."
The 34-year-old, whose clocked up over 2,300 minutes this season, was an unused substitute in Dorchester's final game of the Blue Square South campaign - a 1-0 win at Bromley on Saturday.
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He added: "It was great to finish with a win, I thought the lads were fantastic. It was nice after a dismal and dreary season even though it didn't count for anything."
And the club captain gave his overview of the dismal' season, which culminated in relegation for the county town side.
He said: "There were a few things happening such as a new owner, a new manager and going full-time, and everyone was upbeat especially after winning the first game 3-0, which was probably the worst thing that could have happened to us because players perhaps thought they were better than they were. I just thought St Albans were poor that day.
"Everyone associated with the club has learnt some lessons and that can only make you stronger. This is not how we wanted the season to go but there are a lot of determined people at the club, players included, and hopefully we'll come back.
"The league next year will be far from easy and we're under no illusions. What players lack in technical ability they will make up for in physical presence and work-rate.
"Relegation has happened and it's important no one sticks their head in the sand. If I'm still here I'll lend a hand."
Meanwhile, assistant-manager Paul Compton has dismissed rumours of resigning from his post.
He said: "I suspect it's what the fans would like, from what I've heard at recent games, but I don't runaway from anything. I've enjoyed working with Shaun Brooks and I enjoy working with good people."
* The club will be holding a Fans' Forum at the Jewson Stadium on Thursday evening. Supporters are advised to be at the ground for 6pm ready for a 6.30pm start.
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