Oxford United will have a new training base next season.

After three years at Milton, the U’s will move to Chesterton, the home of Bicester & North Oxford Cricket Club, in July, after reaching agreement with the Bicester Sports Association.

They will now have five training pitches, a clubhouse and changing facilities for up to eight teams at their disposal.

The main reason behind the move is location – with the majority of United’s players living north of the county.

“We have enjoyed the three years we have been based at Milton and would like to thank them for their support and help throughout that time,” said United chairman Kelvin Thomas.

“We will continue to work closely with them, but at the same time we are very excited to be linking up with the Bicester Sports Association.

“Chesterton is ideally located just off the M40 and close to the city of Oxford, so it has good access, and the facilities are first-class.

“We will work with them to make sure everything is in place for when the players report back for pre-season.”

Barry Griffiths, Milton United chairman, said there were no hard feelings.

“I can only say what a pleasure it’s been to work with Oxford United for three seasons and we wish them well for the future,” he said.

“We have enjoyed having them around and they are welcome here any time.”

Adam Wade, of the BSA, added: “We are very proud to be associated with Oxford United and look forward to welcoming them in the summer.”

Meanwhile, United winger Lewis Haldane has been withdrawn from the England C squad to play against Malta next week.

Hadlane was called up to the squad for the first time, but that was later revealed as an administrative error by the FA, as he had already played for Wales Under 21s.

Craig Nelthorpe remains on stand-by for the game.