FAREWELL: Woodman Makes Bromley Move

WEALDSTONE FC confirms it has reluctantly accepted an offer from EFL League 1 Bromley FC for the services of centre-half Deon Woodman.

The 23-year-old, recently capped for the first time by Kenya, established himself as a Stones' first-team regular last season with some commanding displays at the back.

His first involvement at The Vale was via a brief loan from parent club Queens Park Rangers in February 2024, with terms made permanent not long later.

"There's no hiding our disappointment at losing a player of Deon's promise," explained Stones' chairman Rory Fitzgerald.

"But I'm just as keen to see this as a reminder to our players, supporters and us as a Board that we're able to create great pathways for young, aspiring talent.

"Deon's signature for us two years ago should remind everyone of our club's great ability to identify potential and move quickly to secure players we believe can give great service to Wealdstone while, at the same time, create exciting future possibilities for their personal careers."

A former Crystal Palace and R's youth-teamer, Woodman built confidence while on loan at St Albans City from Wealdstone during season 2024/25 - allowing him to play a key part at the back-end of the campaign as Stones engineered a 'Great Escape' from relegation.

"The market is very much active right now, as our two new signings announced yesterday evidence," noted Fitzgerald.

"We'll be looking to continue to balance off our player trading activities, and will be pleased to confirm more new faces at The Vale as deals are concluded."

Woodman featured 68 times (three goals) in Royal Blue altogether, with 51 of those appearances coming last term - including a start at Wembley Stadium in The Isuzu FA Trophy Final.

We wish Deon every success with his new challenge in the EFL with the Ravens.