Salary in cover letter help!!

**** Thanks guys!!!! I have just put my salary and said it’s negotiable ****

The job advert states to include salary expectations.

Basically I am currently on £9.50 but would be happy around the £9 region (ie £8.75 +) but would be up to negotiated if I’m successful.

Any advice on how to include this in my cover letter?

Some like: my current salary is £9.50 however I would be happy around the £9 region which can be negotiated.

Thank you in advance!! You guys are great 😊

** thanks for your replies so far! The job is actually has less (quite a bit less) responsibilities than my current position and in walking distance (rather than 30 min drive) which is why I am happy to take the drop **

I’m also hate my current one and want out 😂😂🤦🏻‍♀️