Hamble ASSC boss Danny Bowers has accepted defeat in the chase for BAT striker Richard Gregory.
The teenage marksman has been trialing for Ryman Division 1 outfit Lymington & New Milton and is expected to feature in their friendly at home to Gravesend & Northfleet tomorrow.
The youngster has also played pre-season for Hamble's Wessex League rivals Winchester City - who entertain Southampton's Under-19s tomorrow - and Bowers admits he is fighting a losing battle.
Hamble, though, have found consolation in the signing of ex-Andover and BAT sharpshooter Dean Cole, who banged in 29 goals in 23 appearances for Alresford last term.
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