Baxter linked with Sunderland
2021-06-03
The Yeovil axis could soon find its way to Sunderland as Nathan Baxter could join Lee Johnson’s side, according to the website Football Insider.
The shot-stopper made 19 appearances for Accrington Stanley last season, and at 22-years-old has a decision to make.
Reports suggest the move could be a loan or permanent with Baxter’s Chelsea contract set to expire in 2023.
W*ymouth Release Santos
2021-06-01
Them lot up the road have announced their released and retained list as the 2020/21 season has drawn to a close and former Yeovil Town midfielder Alefe Santos is one of the five players who will be leaving the Bob Lucas stadium.
The Brazilian played for Yeovil for two seasons from the 2017/18 campaign after joining from Derby County.
He racked up a total of 43 games for the Glovers failing to score.
We wish Alefe all the best in finding a new club.
Well my time at @theterras has come to an end it’s been a pleasure to wear the shirt and at the same time it’s been a difficult year for me but next season I make sure it’s a better one thank you to everyone @theterras and all the best ❤️? pic.twitter.com/KGQwBBTuBo
— Alefe Santos (@alfiesantos7) June 1, 2021
Sarll to host academy trial day at Stratford Town
2021-06-01
Picture courtesy of Mike Kunz.
Yeovil Town manager Darren Sarll is back in the dugout this Wednesday (2nd June) as he takes part in an academy trial day for Stratford Town.
Advertising on their social media channels, Stratford Town are offering a trial day for players aged 16-19.
This is their third trial day and the second with a guest host, the other being former Bolton striker Dean Holdsworth.
Sarll has been invited to host the event as the two clubs have had a strong link since 2019. Albi Skendi joined the Glovers from Stratford and the two have played pre-season friendlies in the last two years.
Speaking to the club’s official site, Sarll said; “I’m delighted to be invited to Stratford Town to host this next trial. Academy football is where you begin to see players maturing into the game.”
The current Academy manager for the Southern League club Ryan Simmonds said “Having Darren come in to host the trial is great for the Academy. His experience of working with players of this age group and passing on his knowledge of the game will be a real bonus for those who attend and our boys who are already here.”
All the best to the gaffer as his search for young talent continues – just… maybe bring a couple of the good ones back to Huish Park, instead, yeah?
Stratford Town FC Academy, National League & Yeovil Town Manager to host Academy Trial. https://t.co/GaAoBOEajk @herald_sport @BBCCWRSport @strat_observer @wcc_schools @StratSchPE @AAcademy_PE @ShipstonPEDept @HenleyPEDept @SDC_Leisure @KinetonHighSch pic.twitter.com/fanRWHSrmx
— Stratford Town FC (@StratfordTownFC) May 21, 2021
Ex-loanee Sam Johnstone named in England squad
2021-06-01
Former Yeovil Town loanee Sam Johnstone has been named in the England squad for this summer’s European Championships.
The goalkeeper, who now plays for West Bromwich Albion, joined on loan at the start of the Championship season in August 2013 and played just once for the Glovers.
He broke his thumb in a 2-0 defeat at Burnley and went back to his parent club, Manchester United, for treatment and was never seen again.
But, we can still claim him as ‘one of our own’, right?
Staunton ready to pick up the torch
2021-06-01
Josh Staunton has challenged his Yeovil Town team-mates to “pick up the torch” handed to them by some of the Glovers’ departing senior players.
The versatile 25-year-old made just seven appearances after joining from FC Halifax Town in the summer, suffering a knee injury in the 3-1 home defeat to Eastleigh in December.
Posting on his Twitter account, Josh described this season as “my worst in football, but strangely also one of my proudest.”
In response, his former (*sob*) team-mate Carl Dickinson, now manager of Hanley Town, replied….
Trio of former Glovers in Welsh Euro 2020 squad
2021-05-30
Focus turns from domestic to international football this summer with Euro 2020 on the horizon after being postponed last year.
Three former Glovers are heading to the tournament as part of Rob Page’s Welsh squad.
Goalkeeper, Wayne Hennessey, defender Connor Roberts and forward Kieffer Moore are all included as the Dragons prepare for group games against Switzerland, Turkey and Italy.
Everyone here at the Gloverscast would like to give the trio a huge Llongyfarchiadau and pob lwc as they head into the tournament.
CARFAN CYMRU #EURO2020
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— Wales ??????? (@Cymru) May 30, 2021
Murphy “set to sign for Southend”
2021-05-30
The Southend Echo are reporting that Yeovil Town striker Rhys Murphy is set to agree terms on a move to Southend United following the conclusion of his contract.
Murphy joined the Glovers from Chelmsford City two seasons ago and contributed 30 league goals, plus plenty more in the cup competitions during his time at Huish Park.
Murphy was absent from the final day celebrations against Stockport and appears to have signed on the dotted line at Roots Hall following rumours of his impending departure.
Southend will play in the National League next season after being relegated from League Two.
Thanks for the goals, Rhys.
Loan spell helped Neufville regain his belief
2021-05-30
Josh Neufville has thanked Yeovil Town for helping him to regain his belief in his own ability as his loan spell at the club ended.
The 20-year-old underwent surgery on an ankle injury suffering last weekend’s 4-3 defeat at Altrincham and took to Twitter to thank people who had sent their best wishes.
This week, the youngster was offered a new contract with his parent club, Championship side Luton Town, and seems destined to have a bright future.