VERWOOD Town are on the hunt for a new manager after Adie Arnold stepped down from the role due to personal reasons.

Arnold, who has had an association with the club since the 1980s as both a player and manager, had been in charge of the Potters since 2016.

Chairman Martin Gilham stated: "I would like to take this opportunity to thank Adi for all the effort he has put into supporting the club for many years.

"Adi has been involved with Verwood as a player and a manager since the 1980s, and will be missed by all.

"I would like to wish Adi well in his retirement from football."

The Potters will shortly be taking applicants for the role.

Former Cherries midfielder Christer Warren has also stepped down from his coaching position at the club.

Verwood currently find themselves ninth in the Wessex Division One, the tenth tier of football.

They face New Milton Town at Potterne Park on Monday 27 December.