Gretna staff all axed

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The staff were summoned to an 11am meeting with administrator David Elliot of Wilson Field Ltd on Monday, where the news that money has run out was confirmed.

Director of football Mick Wadsworth, who loses his job, said: "All the staff have been made redundant this morning."

There remains a glimmer of hope for Gretna, who have been relegated from the Clydesdale Bank Premier League, with one potential buyer still looking at the club.

"We're told there is still one interested party, but because there are no funds at the moment to carry on then everybody has been made redundant," Wadsworth added.

"So the assumption from that, for most of us, is that it's the end of the line regarding employment at Gretna."

Gretna could still take their place in the Scottish Football League next season, if a quick sale can be achieved and the club can be revived.

A statement from Elliot confirmed: "A prospective purchaser has contacted us this morning (Monday) and confirmed that he is still in negotiations with the SFL with a view to obtaining entry into the First Division."

The statement continued: "The staff and players have today been made redundant.

"The joint administrators thank all concerned for their support and wish everyone well in the future."