Curzon Ashton have confirmed the resignation of club chairman John Clayton, who has stepped down from his role due to ‘personal circumstances’.
A statement from the club on Monday read:
‘Curzon Ashton Football Club can today confirm that John Clayton has resigned as Chairman and Director of the football club due to personal circumstances.
John has been involved with the club for the last fourteen years and has overseen some of the club’s most successful periods as both Chairman and Director.
The Board of Directors would like to place on record their thanks to John for the enormous contribution he has made to the club over the last fourteen years, particularly during his time as Chairman.
Current Vice-Chairman, Jim Newall, will take on the role of Chairman for an interim period and a long term decision on the position will be decided in the near future.’
Curzon head coach Mark Bradshaw added:
“We have so many people working so hard at this club, John is right up there with the very best.
“A massive thanks for everything John has done for me and the club.”
Clayton took over as chairman in 2024, following the resignation of Wayne Salkeld, and leaves with The Nash placed 15th in the National League North table.
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