Transfer News, Gossip & Speculation Transfer Thread - Summer 2025 Edition.

[londonblue]

I see on Sky that Ollie Kensdale has left Eastleigh for Barnet.

That happened a week or so ago didn't it?

 

[Supershrimper]

That happened a week or so ago didn't it?

23rd May to be precise

Good luck to the lad. Really liked him. Shame about the way things turned out here but hopefully he's got his head sorted and kicks on.

 

[SUFCGoals]

Yep. One of those who allows others to play. An effective player, if not always an easy one to watch.

That’s what Hopper does!

 

[kentblues]

As always I think we need to judge the business done at the beginning of the season rather than being overwhelmed or underwhelmed by the quality of players we are linked with in the meantime.

To move forward we need to bring in players better than what we already have. A pretty obvious statement. And our expectations will need to be set accordingly.

If one or more of those players who are better than we already have are inspired signings from the league below fantastic and impressive- and a significant change in fortunes on that front…

 

[Mad Cyril]

I see on Sky that Ollie Kensdale has left Eastleigh for Barnet.

Great move for the lad but we had to show him the door.

 

[Pak Power]

Think London shrimper heard you

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Spasov at the double as Rebels win on opening day - Highlights

Slough get their season off to the perfect start, defeating last season’s runners up Chelmsford City thanks to two second half goals from Slavi Spasov.

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highlights on 6:27 and 7:30

 

[Hampshire Shrimp]

Just been announced on the Eastleigh FC website;

Eastleigh FC are delighted to announce the signing of defender Temi Eweka following his departure from Maidstone United!

Eweka’s career began in the academy ranks at Dartford, before he gained valuable senior experience with VCD Athletic, Kingstonian, and Hastings United on loan. His breakthrough came at Bracknell Town, where he played a central role in their 2021/22 Isthmian League South Central title-winning side, making 35 appearances and contributing six goals.

The defender’s performances earned him a move to Maidenhead United in the National League for the 2022/23 season. Loan spells followed at Gloucester City, Dulwich Hamlet, and Slough Town, where Eweka made an impact.

During his initial loan spell with Slough Town, the 25-year-old helped steer the Rebels clear of relegation with a series of assured performances in defence. He was quickly signed on a permanent basis in August 2023 and went on to play 46 matches, score three goals, and help the team secure a top-half finish while reaching the First Round of the Emirates FA Cup.

In May 2024, Eweka made the step up to full-time football with Maidstone United, reuniting with former opposition manager George Elokobi. On his league debut, Eweka scored a dramatic 89th-minute winner and continued to impress with his assured performances.

Upon joining the Spitfires, Eweka commented: “Once I knew there was interest, with the other clubs that were interested in me, Eastleigh was the one I wanted to go to.

“After speaking to the gaffer, as a footballer, it’s always nice to be wanted, and the interest he showed in me was top, and from walking around and meeting everyone, it seems like a top club already, so I’m happy to be here!”

*Subject to clearance from The National League and The FA

 

[yogi bear up the cagire]

Slavi Spasov sound like an organisation should rounding up dissidents and student protestors East of the iron curtain rather than doing the business in the National League

Sounds more like to me someone who risks being dragged off to an international court ruling on human rights violations!

 

[yogi bear up the cagire]

I see on Sky that Ollie Kensdale has left Eastleigh for Barnet.

Communications to North Scotland slow this week Tom?

 

[mfurok]

Thanks for that. I think it's time for me to take a break from the Zone as it's starting to feel like commenting against the flow is no longer allowed. Bye for now.

Time to come back after two and a half years if you’re going to take a break from the Zone.

Bye for now.

Perhaps I won’t be banned again as I agree with you about Tom but I’m not holding my breath.

 

[Callum]

Spasov, at £5k transfer fee, will be out of our price range.

That’s okay I’m sure Justin Rees can afford that lol

 

[Somerset Ex-TTB]

Are Slough our feeder club?

 

[TheSouthendUnitedRunner]

Are Slough our feeder club?

I’d take it.

 

[Fairport]

Although Goodliffe is still under contract at Colchester I still think we will try and sign him. He helped the team improve towards the end of the season.

 

[Rob Noxious]

Time to come back after two and a half years if you’re going to take a break from the Zone.

Bye for now.

Perhaps I won’t be banned again as I agree with you about Tom but I’m not holding my breath.

 

[Up the Villa]

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I’d take it.

Slough had another player move on up yesterday David Ogbonna to Sutton United

 

[rigsby]

Great move for the lad but we had to show him the door.

No need. Kensdale has no problem getting in and out of any door.

 

[AlfaShrimper]

Although Goodliffe is still under contract at Colchester I still think we will try and sign him. He helped the team improve towards the end of the season.

No thanks

 

[mfurok]

Nice one Rob, thank you.

 

[Yorkshire Blue]

Off the Line, who are always worth a read, have released their recruitment plan for Southend

2025-26 Recruitment Plan for Southend United

Player Retentions Retain Nick Hayes, Gus Scott-Morriss, Nathan Ralph, George WInd, Adam Crowther, Jack Bridge, Noor Husin, Joe Gubbins, Harry Taylor, Leon Chambers-Parillon, Cav Miley, Tom Hopper, …

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I don’t think they quite nail this one at the back where I think we need a ball playing CCB and they propose a RCB and Goodliffe but their other suggestions seem decent on paper.