ALAN REEVES is saddened by the 'war' that has ripped apart Wimbledon Football Club.

The once famous Crazy Gang is nothing but a distant memory with conflict not camaraderie now the order of the day.

Dons' chairman Charles Koppel is determined to relocate the club to Milton Keynes and the decision has seen thousands of fans abandon the First Division outfit to set up a new club, AFC Wimbledon.

Reeves spent almost four years with Wimbledon before joining Town in the summer of 1998 and his old club is still close to his heart.

The 34-year-old admits tomorrow's game will be an odd experience.

He said: "I had some fantastic times at Wimbledon and going into work every day was a pleasure.

"Sam Hammam was the chairman and you had some great pranksters like Vinnie Jones.

"I still speak to Michael Hughes and Neil Ardley who are still there.

"But it has all turned sour since the club was relegated from the Premiership.

"The fans are very, very unhappy and I know some of them wrote to our club asking us to boycott the match.

"For me personally, it is very difficult because I can see why the club want to move but I also see why the fans are furious.

"The club need to generate revenue but it means huge upheaval for players and supporters if they go to Milton Keynes.

"A lot of the fans seem to have voted with their feet. I think AFC Wimbledon had almost five thousand people at a friendly with Sutton United the other night."

But on the purely football front, Reeves feels the Milton Keynes-bound Wimbledon will provide Town with a good test tomorrow.

He said: "I thought they were unlucky not to make the play-offs last year and I think they'll be in with a shout again this time.

"It will be a good competitive encounter and should edge us that bit closer to match fitness.

"We certainly need to play better than we did against Hereford United the other night.

"I just hope our fans turn out and get behind us rather than focusing all their attention on the Wimbledon situation."

Reeves knows he is by no means an automatic choice for a central defensive slot but he is determined to make it as difficult as possible for Andy King to leave him out.

He said: "I think Matty Heywood is almost certain to start the season but I think the other slot or slots are up for grabs."

Fans planning to watch Town's three home friendlies against Wimbledon, Watford and Sporting Gijon respectively can purchase a special trio ticket. Prices are as follows: £30 (adults), £12 (senior citizens) and £6 (concessions).

The Town ticket office can be contacted on 01793 333777.

Town's Under 14s lost 1-0 to County Antrim in the Milk Cup in Northern Ireland yesterday. They play County Down today in their final match.