 The spell revitalised White and, with George Elokobi falling out of favour at the U's after handing in a transfer request, White forced his way back into the side with his fitness improved.In August 2008, with the club now back in League One following relegation from the Championship, White signed another new contract to extend his stay at the club.Under the reins of new manager Paul Lambert in summer 2009, White was told that he could leave the club.