Guiseley AFC can confirm that assistant manager Chris Holland has stepped down from his role with the club.

Following the decision last week to appoint Mark Bower to the role of first team manager, the club, in conjunction with Mark, have been considering options to ensure that the club continues to progress.

This process includes reviewing management structures and, as a result, Chris has stepped down as assistant manager.

Senior players will assist Mark and Martin Stringfellow with match preparation and training until a permanent replacement is appointed.

The club wishes to place on record its gratitude to Chris for his contribution to the success of the club during his time with Guiseley, both as a player and as assistant manager.

Everyone at Nethermoor wishes him well for the future and he will always be assured of a warm welcome should he return.