Number two steps up to succeed Borg

Enfield Town have handed the task of replacing the departed George Borg to assistant manager Bradley Quinton.

Borg parted company with the Ryman Premier’s Towners after Bank Holiday Monday’s clash with Wingate & Finchley at the Queen Elizabeth II Stadium, nine months after returning to Non-League football after nearly five years away.

The Towners moved quickly to replace him, announcing Quinton’s appointment as his permanent successor at lunchtime on Friday. The 35-year-old, pictured, arrived at the club last December on a dual registration with Braintree Town and became Borg’s number two at the start of the season.

After amassing over 560 appearances in 14 years at Braintree Town and 30 since joining the Towners, Quinton takes charge for the first time on Saturday at Earlsmead against Hendon in the Ryman’s top flight.

Quinton is looking forward to stepping up and in the statement released announcing his appointment said he was 'thrilled' and 'honoured'.

He said: "I’m absolutely thrilled and extremely honoured to have been asked to manage the club. I want my teams to deliver performances that make supporters proud and I look forward to showing people what a fantastic football club this is, both on and off the pitch.

"We have a brilliant bunch of players and their hard work and support for me since I’ve been here has been outstanding. There is enormous potential here so I can’t wait to get started and will work hard to deliver the success that this club deserves."

Enfield Town chairman Paul Reed said: "Bradley was the unanimous choice of the board and we’re delighted that he has accepted the position. Since he joined us last season Brad has impressed everyone with his professionalism, intelligence, attitude and passion for the game.

"During his time at Braintree, Brad stepped in as caretaker manager on a number of occasions and always had a positive impact on results. The feedback we’ve had on him from a number of well-respected people within the game has been exemplary. I’m sure everyone will get behind Bradley and the team and join me in wishing him every success in his new role."