Margate Football Club can confirm the release of two players over the last week.
Midfielder Ben Clarke who first featured as a substitute against Waltham Abbey in November has been released by manager Ian O’Connell. Ben made 11 appearances – four as a substitute - for the Blues scoring twice, but does not feature in the manager’s future plans.
Also released this week was Antonio Gonella. Antonio made his debut against Bognor Regis Town and went on to make seven appearances overall – four from the bench. Like Ben Clarke, Antonio does not feature in the manager’s plans.
On leaving Margate, Antonio subsequently re-signed for Maidstone United and made his second debut of the season for the Stones in their 1-0 over Billericay Town on Tuesday evening.
Reflecting on the departures and particularly some comments made about Ben Clarke’s release, manager Iain O’Connell said this evening: “The decision to release Ben was mine and not the Chairman’s. It releases much needed budget that we need so we can continue to reshape the squad (as Gate seek to maintain their Ryman League Premier Division status).
“I really hope that was well as counting on 100% effort from the players, we can count on 100% support from the fans too.”
The club would like to extend its thanks to both players for their efforts at Hartsdown Park and wish them well in the future football careers. |
04 Mar 2010 by Steve Wells
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