KRETZSCHMAR PARTS COMPANY WITH STONES

MAX KRETZSCHMAR has brought his time as a player with the Stones to an end and has been released by the club in order to take up an exciting opportunity elsewhere.

The Wealdstone FC Board understands the 32-year-old's wish to pursue this chance, and is appreciative of the manner in which conversations have taken place.

"In my two spells at this special club we have enjoyed many highs and faced some tough situations; throughout these times in football, you need people around you that will stand up in adversity, be a beacon of professionalism, integrity and positivity," said Sam Cox of the attacking midfielder's exit.

"Max has displayed these and many more traits throughout his time as a Wealdstone player and deserves all the respect and gratitude afforded to him now and in the future.

"He has a wonderful opportunity in the next stage of his career in football and leaves us with our thanks and best wishes for what comes next for him.

"Thank you Max from us all, a wonderful servant to Wealdstone FC."

Kretzschmar scored 25 goals in over 130 appearances for the Stones, since signing in summer 2022 as a free agent after four years with fellow Enterprise National League side Woking.

Having spent some formative years at Southampton FC, the Stones' favourite joined Wycombe Wanderers' youth set-up and made his professional debut for the Chairboys in 2013, before joining the Cards in summer 2016 for the first of two spells in Surrey.

Added club Chairman Rory Fitzgerald:  "Max has been an excellent ambassador for our wonderful club, including representing us in a highly professional and mature manner away from matchdays, as well as wearing the blue shirt with pride.

"His background in full-time professional football enabled him to have a big influence on the dressing-room and younger players around him, helping  the club continually push forward in recent seasons."

Everyone at Wealdstone FC would like to wish Max every future success.