WEALDSTONE FC wishes to provide certainty to its supporters after Sakariya Hassan’s decision to take part in the first matchday of Baller League ‘Season 3’ yesterday evening.
“Sak and his representatives are aware he’s in breach of his playing contract by choosing to feature in the Baller League,” explained club chairman Rory Fitzgerald.
Having been omitted from the last two matchday squads, the Somalia midfielder has played a total of 21 minutes from the bench during new manager Gary Waddock’s first four games in charge of the Stones.
“For the sake of absolute clarity, Wealdstone FC retains his official player registration and any decisions relating to the remainder of this season remain in the gift of the club’s Board of Directors,” he added.
Stones’ manager Waddock has confirmed he does not expect 24-year-old Hassan to be part of the team’s plans between now and the end of the campaign – which could still end at Wembley Stadium if the Royals can overcome National League North Marine in a home Isuzu FA Trophy semi-final on Saturday March 28.
Added Fitzgerald: “We’ve already come together with Gary and the coaching team to discuss both short-term and longer-term thoughts around player make-up and recruitment.
“So any work we can do between now and the transfer deadline a week Thursday (March 27) in terms of refining what we’ve got in the building will help us get ahead with refreshing the squad during the summer.”
Netherlands-born playmaker Hassan – who signed in the summer from Isthmian League Premier Division Hashtag United – has featured 32 times for the Stones this season (12 starts + 20 as sub), scoring three goals.
