WITH Dimi Konstantopoulos finally confirming he won't be staying at Victoria Park, Hartlepool United's summer search for a goalkeeper is on.

The big Greek is out of contract next month but, as expected, he has rejected the offer of a new deal to stay and instead will complete a move to the Championship.

Coventry remains his most likely destination, although Cardiff have also entered the frame along with Sheffield Wednesday.

Pools boss Danny Wilson has also offered a new deal to Konstantopoulos' understudy Jim Provett and the former player of the year is likely to stay.

After having a minor throat operation last week, Konstantopoulos is now ready to decide on his future.

But Wilson needs another keeper and a long-term loan deal for either Liverpool's David Martin or Newcastle's Tim Krul are among his options.

Dutchman Krul made a big impression on his Magpies' debut last season in Palermo in the UEFA Cup and Newcastle are keen to send him out on loan next season for experience.

Wilson gave Martin - son of former West Ham and England defender Alvin - his chance in April 2004 while at Milton Keynes Dons.

And the Pools' boss spoke of the Liverpool keeper in glowing terms after he impressed while on loan for Accrington against Pools in April, as Wilson's side won 1-0 at Victoria Park.

Martin, an England under-20 goalkeeper, was on the bench for Liverpool in their final Premiership game of the season, but has yet to make an appearance for the Champions League finalists since his move.

Darryl Duffy, the Hull City striker who Pools are keen on, will today meet boss Phil Brown to decide on his future. A move away from the KC Stadium is the most likely outcome with Pools, Swansea and Hibs all interested.

Michael Proctor, the former Sunderland striker released by Pools this summer, has signed a three-year contract at Wrexham.

He scored two goals in nine loan appearances and boss Brian Carey said: "This is a big signing for us, he is a clever and bright footballer. With a full pre-season under his belt I think there is even more to come from him."

Pools groundsman Dave Brown has been named Wickes League Two groundsman of the year.

Darlington winger Simon Johnson admits he was not surprised to be released by Dave Penney, but hopes and expects his former team-mates to thrive without him next year.

The former Leeds striker was among 11 players shown the door by Penney at the end of the season.

"I knew I would be leaving a long time ago so it was no surprise to me that I was released, but that's football it happens," said Johnson. "He let me go and speak to Wycombe and, with my contract expiring at the end of the season, me being released was always on the cards.

"I don't hold any grudges, I have to take it on the chin and get on with my career. But I've got no complaints, I enjoyed my time there and I hope they do well.''