Slough Town have moved to relieve Alan Julian of his duties after a short, four-month stint as first-team manager that culminated in a sixth straight defeat and left the Rebels languishing in the National League South relegation zone without a point.
Rapid deterioration in results
Julian’s departure was confirmed on Sunday, a day after his side were beaten by Braintree Town. It was the latest in a string of losses which included an opening-day 5-3 defeat to Dover Athletic, a 5-3 reverse against his former employers and narrow losses to Farnham Town, Folkestone Invicta and Dagenham & Redbridge.
The club’s chief executive, Ashley Smith, paid tribute to Julian’s character and commitment during his time at Arbour Park while acknowledging the results had not gone the club’s way.
“Alan is an extraordinary individual who brought complete professionalism and deep commitment to our club every single day. The level of care and dedication he showed to the players, staff, and community was remarkable,”
Smith added: “I am genuinely gutted that things haven’t worked out the way we all hoped. Alan and Don leave with our sincere respect and gratitude, and I wish them both the absolute best in their next chapter.”
Background to the appointment
Julian, 43, arrived at Slough Town in May after leaving Hampton & Richmond Borough, where he had been manager. His appointment followed the departure of Scott Davies, who had left Arbour Park to join National League side Aldershot Town in April. Julian’s playing career included spells with Billericay Town, Stevenage, Gillingham and Bromley, and he later moved into coaching and management.
At Hampton, Julian’s record in the 2024/25 season saw the club finish 18th in the National League South. He recorded 14 wins, nine draws and 23 defeats from 46 league matches that season, before leaving the Beavers by mutual consent in December 2025 after a difficult run of results.
Immediate implications for Slough and next steps
The timing of the decision will put the club under immediate pressure to appoint a replacement who can stabilise results and lift morale. Slough supporters and local stakeholders — from season-ticket holders to grassroots partners — will watch closely for signs that the club’s hierarchy has a plan to arrest the slide.
- Julian lasted approximately four months in charge at Slough Town.
- The Rebels left the opening day of the season with no points and have suffered a run of defeats culminating in the loss to Braintree.
- Club CEO Ashley Smith publicly thanked Julian for his professionalism and commitment.
Club statements indicate gratitude towards Julian and his backroom staff, but the practical questions now concern recruitment, short-term tactics and the wider playing squad. Fans will be keen to know whether the board will appoint an interim manager from within the club or look outside to bring in fresh leadership.
| Recent opponents | Result |
|---|---|
| Dover Athletic | Defeat, 5-3 |
| Former employers (unspecified) | Defeat, 5-3 |
| Farnham Town | Defeat |
| Folkestone Invicta | Defeat |
| Dagenham & Redbridge | Defeat |
| Braintree Town | Defeat (sixth straight) |
For a town that looks to its football club as a community focal point, the immediate priority will be restoring confidence. Slough Town’s board face a choice between swift change to the playing staff and management or patience while a rebuild is planned. Either path has consequences for the short-term competitiveness of the side and for attendances at Arbour Park.
Supporters will expect transparent communication about the club’s next moves. In the coming days WE NEWS will monitor the club’s announcements and speak to local fans and season-ticket holders to gauge reaction, and keep readers informed about any interim appointment or strategic review.
This is a developing local story that strikes at the heart of Slough’s sporting life: a club in need of quick remedies and steady leadership if it is to avoid a prolonged struggle this season.
