Aldershot Town manager John Coleman is set to depart the club after five months in charge. The 63-year-old will leave the National League club along with player-coach James Henry.

What happened?

The decision comes just 10 days after new club owner Deane Wood claimed Coleman would "definitely" be at the club next season. The Shots have struggled in recent games, losing each of their past four matches and are 20th in the National League table.

Why it matters for Aldershot Town

After their 2-1 defeat at Brackley Town on Saturday, Coleman was far from impressed with his players and admitted they are not at the level required. "I've been kidded thinking that I've got players who are good enough," he told BBC Radio Surrey after the game. "The brutal fact is that the players aren't good enough, and this football club and the travelling supporters, they deserve better than what they saw today."

What comes next?

Coleman's departure comes as the team faces significant financial losses, with owner Wood recently revealing that the club would face losses of up to £800,000 this year. The team's current standing is: | Stat | Value | | --- | --- | | League standing | 20th in England National League | | Points | 46 pts | | Record | 13W-7D-26L from 46 games | | Recent form | LLLLL | | Last result | Aldershot Town 0-2 Truro City (2026-04-25) | Coleman will remain in place for Aldershot's final match of the season against Truro before departing. Previously in his coaching career, Coleman has managed Accrington Stanley, Rochdale and Gillingham.