Barnet supporters have named defender Simon King as their player of the year. The popular centre-back, who began his Underhill career as a left-back, was a clear winner.

Fans will be hoping King will still be at the club next season. Though he is still under contract, it would be no surprise if he was snapped up by a higher league club in the summer.

The 24-year-old, who began his career at Oxford United, has been watched by scouts from a number of clubs this season. Some were again at Underhill to witness the 2-1 defeat of Wycombe Wanderers on Saturday.

Though manager Paul Fairclough said they would do everything they could to keep players such as King, the Bees are not a club to stand in the way of a player looking to further their career at a higher level, should any offer be right for all parties.

King saw off two other Barnet favourites to take the player-of-the-year award, following Saturday's game. Striker Liam Hatch finished in second place, while Nicky Bailey, last year's winner, was third.

Bailey is another player who could be leaving in the summer. He and Dean Sinclair have both stated their desire to move to pastures new.

Defender Ismail Yakubu, who is recovering from a hip operation, was named the most improved player of the year, while Joe Devera, who has won rave reviews since breaking into the first team this season, was named the young player of the year.

Jason Puncheon's cracker against Colchester United in the third round of the FA Cup was voted goal of the season.

Captain Ian Hendon was presented with the Lester Finch award in recognition of his loyal service for the Bees, while a replica of last season's award was presented to Dennis Signy 'for his continued hard work and help behind the scenes at Barnet FC'.

Meanwhile, Fairclough paid his own tribute to chairman Tony Kleanthous following the win against Wycombe, pointing out the fact that Kleanthous had spent about £1million on the Underhill ground alone this season.

"People should know just how much Tony Kleanthous does for this football club," Fairclough said.