Crewe boss Dario Gradi has admitted it is doubtful former Nottingham Forest striker Gareth Taylor will join the club.

The 33-year-old, who spent a spell on-loan with the Railwaymen last season, is on the lookout for another team after being released from the City Ground.

But Gradi believes it is unlikely that Taylor will be joining him at Gresty Road in the upcoming campaign.

"Gareth indicated that he was going to sign, but then hasn't. We are planning without him at the moment," he said.