Robert Smethurst will remain on the board of directors at Macclesfield FC.

The Silkmen have shared an update following the announcement on Saturday, June 6, that the club's founder had been temporarily relieved of his duty.

Mr Smethurst responded, calling on fans to back him after saying his wife and an investor had teamed up to 'destroy him'.

Now, Macclesfield have confirmed that Mr Smethurst will remain on the board of directors and will continue support the club's ongoing development.

A statement released on Wednesday, June 10, reads: "The last few weeks have been a difficult period for everyone connected to Macclesfield FC, and there has understandably been significant concern amongst supporters.

"Following constructive discussions between the parties, a number of issues have been addressed and an agreed way forward has been reached which the board believes is in the best interests of the football club.

"Robert has acknowledged that some of his recent comments and actions have given rise to understandable concern amongst supporters. That recognition has formed an important part of the discussions which have taken place.

"The board also notes that a number of completely unfounded claims regarding the private lives of board members have circulated online during this period. We would like to make it absolutely clear that there is no basis whatsoever for these allegations and would urge supporters not to engage with or perpetuate them.

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"Throughout this period, the board's priority has remained the protection and long-term success of the football club.

"Robert has played a major role in helping rebuild football in Macclesfield and in establishing the foundations that exist today.

"Ama first became involved with the football club to support a project he believed in. Few could have anticipated the position the club would find itself in over recent years, but his financial commitment and continued backing have been instrumental in helping secure the club's future and support its ongoing growth.

"Most importantly, the board is united in its vision for the future and fully focused on supporting our management team, players, staff, volunteers and supporters as we continue building on the progress made both on and off the pitch.

"We also appreciate the patience shown by our supporters throughout this period.

"With these matters now addressed, our focus is firmly on the future and on ensuring that Macclesfield FC continues to move forward as a club that the whole community can be proud of."