Gateshead Fail to Pay September Wages as Funding Withdrawn
Gateshead's players and staff did not receive their September wages on time after a major backer withdrew funding, leaving the National League bottom club seeking new investment.
Gateshead have failed to pay their players and staff wages for September, the National League club has confirmed. The missed payments come in the same week that board member Mark Nellist resigned and withdrew his funding support.
Nellist explained his decision by saying the Tyneside club was not heading in the direction he would have liked or hoped for. Interim chairman Graham Wood responded by stating that the club has been fully focused on seeking new investment following Nellist's sudden withdrawal.
Wood added that significant progress had been made in the past 24 hours and that an announcement could be expected within a day or so. He also noted that Nellist has agreed to make his shares available for a nominal sum to help facilitate the search for new backing.
The financial uncertainty compounds a difficult period on the pitch for Gateshead. The club sit bottom of the National League and have lost their past five games, scoring just once while conceding 16 goals.
Manager Lee Cattermole's side are next scheduled to face Worthing at home on Saturday. It remains to be seen whether the wage issue will affect preparations for that fixture.
Supporters have expressed concern on social media about the club's future, with some calling for urgent clarity from the board. However, these are fan opinions and not verified facts about the club's financial position.
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