Aldershot Town have signed four new players including Marcus Wyllie from Gillingham and Basil Tuma from Reading ahead of the 2026-27 National League season. The club confirmed the signings on Tuesday as part of their summer rebuilding effort.
What did Aldershot Town sign in the transfer window?
Aldershot Town have brought in forward Marcus Wyllie after his release from Gillingham. The 26-year-old scored once in 18 League Two appearances for the Gills and spent last season on loan at National League South side Ebbsfleet United. They have also signed Reading winger Basil Tuma, a Malta international who spent the second half of the 2025-26 season on loan at Slough Town under new manager Scott Davies. Midfielder Jacob Borgnis joins from Reading after making 19 National League South appearances on loan at Slough Town last season. Additionally, Aldershot Town have signed Chelmsford City club captain Dominic Odusanya, who becomes their fourth summer signing.
Who is leaving Aldershot Town this summer?
Strikers Kwame Thomas and Hady Ghandour are among 12 players who have departed following the end of the 2025-26 season. Thomas scored seven goals in 37 league appearances during his second spell at the club, while Ghandour netted five times in 30 games over three years. Other departures include defender Olly Scott and midfielders Dejan Tetek, Theo Widdrington and Tyler Frost. Goalkeepers Coniah Boyce-Clarke, Marcus Dewhurst and Pat Nash have also left, along with defenders Luke Jenkins and Josh Brooking, and versatile player Matt Penney.
What did Scott Davies say about the new signings?
Manager Scott Davies praised the new arrivals, saying Marcus Wyllie "has had really good experience of being in the EFL with Gillingham over the past couple of seasons" and "certainly knows where the back of the net is." Regarding Basil Tuma, Davies stated he "was arguably the best attacking player we had at Slough last season" and will "be one of the best forward players in the division." On Dominic Odusanya, Davies added: "He's one of three captains that we have now secured who led their teams last season."
What updates are there on Ollie Harfield and squad plans?
Defender Ollie Harfield has signed a new one-year extension to remain at the club despite not playing since suffering a serious knee injury in September 2024. The 28-year-old has made 96 appearances since joining in 2022, and the club hopes he will return to action this summer following successful rehabilitation. Aldershot Town confirmed all remaining players are either under contract for the 2026-27 season or in talks to continue, as reported by the BBC. Fans can view the updated squad and upcoming fixtures for the new campaign.
