Midfielder Dean Cornelius has announced his departure from Motherwell.

The 22-year-old was offered a new contract but revealed on Twitter that his spell at his boyhood heroes was over.

Cornelius has been linked with Sky Bet League Two side Harrogate Town.

He wrote: “Forever grateful for the opportunity to have represented the team I love. Thanks for everything @motherwellfc. It really was a dream come true.”

Cornelius made 53 appearances for his local club after coming through the youth academy.