First Boss Has Gone As Donaldson ‘Departs’ Farsley

Clayton Donaldson has left the club despite three victories in the campaign’s opening month - but the club have hinted he could stay on in a playing capacity.

Farsley, who only secured National League North survival on the season’s final day, are playing all their first eight league fixtures away from home with a new pitch being put down at The Citadel.

The club have announced Director of Football Pav Singh will move into the dug out, but haven’t confirmed if that will be a temporary appointment or a full time one.

A statement read: “The club would like to announce the departure of Clayton Donaldson as Head Team Coach, along with his Assistant Head Team coach Danny Ellis.

“When making decisions of this kind, a large number of contributory factors are taken into consideration, but ultimately the board works solely for the benefit of Farlsey Celtic FC, its development and its future, that’s where our loyalties are and will always be.

“Danny and Clayton are both registered as players with the club, and we still retain that registration.

“I’d like to take this opportunity to thank both Danny and Clayton for their efforts and wish them all the best in their future endeavors.

“Director of Football Pav Singh will take over the reigns as manager, and will be assisted by club legend, club captain and record appearance maker Chris Atkinson as well as UEFA A licensed coach and vice captain Conor Branson.”