Steve says Ryan has kept his focus despite on-going contract talks.

Crewe Alexandra boss Steve Davis has praised the work ethic of his young forward Ryan Colclough during the close season. Although the 20-year-old is now technically out of contract at the club as of July 1st, he has continued to attend the summer sessions and reported back for full training on Monday.

No decision has been made on the forward’s future but Davis is still hopeful that he will agree to extend his contract and continue his development as a key member of his side next season.

Steve told crewealex.net: “Talks are still on-going between Ryan’s agent and the club and nothing has been decided. No decision has been made either way and Ryan is leaving things in the hands of his agent.

“I must say that he has worked really hard. He is working hard in the group and has been really focussed on getting fit and is focussed on his football.

“He knows my feelings on the situation. I still hope he signs for us. He is a talented boy and we still want to work with him and develop him.”