Crawley Town have released goalkeeper Jamie Ashdown.

The 33-year-old’s short-term deal was due to expire on December 31 but the two parties have agreed to cancel his contract a month early.

Ashdown joined Crawley at the end of August, having been released by Leeds United at the end of last season.

He made 12 appearances for the Reds, including nine in League One, but has now been ousted by loan signing Lewis Price from Crystal Palace.

Crawley boss John Gregory said: “After bringing in Lewis Price we had three goalkeepers which is one too many. Jamie is still based in North Yorkshire and wants to be closer to his family so we all felt it was best if he was given the opportunity to find a club nearer home.

“He has been a model professional in his short time with us and we wish him all the best for the future.”