This week, following a formal approach for their vacant manager position, Simon Hollyhead requested permission to speak with Kettering Town FC. After three days of discussions where we couldn't reach an agreement with Kettering Town, we withdrew his availability.

However, my primary responsibility is to protect the best interests of Banbury United. Therefore, I have today served notice to Simon Hollyhead and placed him on Garden Leave for the duration of his notice period.

We have moved quickly to find the right person to lead the club forward, and I'm delighted to announce that we have successfully appointed a new manager. We will be making a formal announcement on Monday 2nd June. The retained player list for the 2025/26 season will follow in due course.

Our unwavering focus throughout this process has been on protecting the interests of Banbury United and ensuring we can advance next season. While a change in management is never easy, I am confident that we are well-positioned to move forward as a club with a group who are committed to representing Banbury United with pride.

Thank you for your continued support.