A further update has been provided on the recent behind-the-scenes drama at Macclesfield FC.

Sporting director Jonathan Bull has released a statement after it was confirmed that Robert Smethurst will remain on the board of directors following his temporary suspension.

Mr Bull has moved to reassure fans that everyone at the club is focused on the same goal.

He said: "Now is the time for us all to move forward together. From my perspective, I am extremely happy to continue working alongside every member of the board as we focus on the future of Macclesfield Football Club.

"The supporters, players, staff and sponsors deserve stability, unity and optimism, and I believe we now have that.

"The discussions over the last 24 hours have reinforced that everyone is pulling in the same direction and that the club's future remains bright.

"Our focus now returns to what matters most — supporting John Rooney and his staff, backing the players, continuing the progress we have made both on and off the pitch, and doing everything possible to bring further success to Macclesfield FC."

Cheshire Police confirmed that Mr Smethurst was arrested in Wilmslow in May on suspicion of controlling and coercive behaviour.

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Macclesfield FC responded by temporarily relieving of his duties, announced in a statement released on Saturday, June 6.

Mr Smethurst then took to social media, claiming that his soon-to-be ex-wife and another investor had teamed up to 'destroy him'.

"They think I'm running the club badly or wrongly, which is absolutely untrue," he said.

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However, Mr Bull says that every shareholder and director has played their part in ensuring the club remains well-resourced and continues on an upward trajectory'.

In particular, he recognised the additional support of Ama Singh and Dan Stuttard who have invested in the club as both shareholders and major sponsors.

"Without this significant, generous commitment, the club would be in a very different position," Mr Bull added.

Mr Bull continued: "The last few days have understandably been difficult, and there have been misunderstandings during what has been an emotional period for a number of people. However, over the last 24 hours, the shareholders and board have come together, held constructive discussions and cleared up those misunderstandings.

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"I can only speak for myself, but what I can say with absolute confidence is that every shareholder wants the very best for Macclesfield FC. While there may occasionally be differences of opinion, which in hindsight, shouldn't have been aired publicly, those differences only come from a shared passion for the club and a desire to see it succeed.

"I think it is important for supporters to know that there is absolutely no lack of passion, ambition or commitment from the current board. Every director and shareholder has invested significant time, energy and resources into Macclesfield FC because they genuinely care about its future. They want to see this club continue to grow, continue to progress and continue its journey upwards through the football pyramid. The ambition for the club remains as strong as it has ever been.

"Having worked closely with the board across both the commercial and football sides of the club, I can wholeheartedly say that the current board are doing a good job and, most importantly, their hearts are in the right place. We are all united by the same objective: to build a stable, sustainable club that never faces the challenges that brought about the loss of the old Macclesfield Town and one that can continue to make its supporters proud."