CRAWLEY Town boss Steve Evans has, in the past few minutes, confirmed Cherries had two bids for striker Matt Tubbs rejected yesterday.

Evans revealed the Seward Stadium outfit yesterday made a verbal offer for the Verwood-raised frontman, which was rejected by the League Two leaders.

Cherries then came back with an improved bid in writing last night, which was also turned down.

Evans told the Echo: "The ball is in Bournemouth's court."