Gosport Borough searching for third boss of 2026-27 following Jermaine McGlashan's resignation

Jermaine McGlashan tendered his resignation in the build up to tonight’s home Southern League Premier South game against Poole.

He had only been in charge for seven league games, after Simon Lane was sacked after just two matches of the new campaign.

A Gosport statement said it was ‘with great sadness that we have to announce that Jermaine has asked to step down as manager.

‘Whilst this is a huge disappointment to everyone at the club, we understand the reasons why Jermaine has made this decision, and we wish him and his family all the best.’

McGlashan took to social media to write: ‘I want to thank everyone connected with the club for the opportunity and the support I’ve received.

‘I’ve built a great connection with the people, fans and staff, and most importantly the Chairman and Board, who have been fantastic and stood by me throughout.

‘They gave me the opportunity and all the tools to do the best possible job.

‘I genuinely believe the club is in great hands moving forward, with a platform there to build and continue.’

McGlashan won three, drew three and lost just one of his seven league games in charge, the sole loss a 1-0 defeat at Sholing on August Bank Holiday Monday.

Under him, Boro have also made progress in both the Hampshire Senior Cup and FA Trophy.

Club stalwart Rory Williams has been placed in interim charge while chairman Iain McInnes searches for his latest manager.

Since taking control of the club in December 2017, McInnes has appointed a list of bosses which stretches into double figures.

The list includes Alex Pike, Rowan Vine, Ryan Northmore, Craig McAllister, Lee Molyneaux, Shaun Gale, Mark Molesley, Joe Lea/Pat Suraci (joint managers), Danny Hollands and Glenn Howes, as well as Lane and McGlashan.

Ironically, Poole are also under caretaker management tonight after Lea and Suraci stunned the Dolphins by quitting their posts on Monday.