"A 3-0 defeat by Ossett United on Friday had cost the former Premier League player his first job in management, despite Matlock sitting third in the Northern Premier League Eastern Division table. On Saturday it was said that results had 'fallen short of the standards expected', despite Matlock losing just two of their past six matches across all competitions. By Monday, Matlock owner David Hilton explained that Clayton had been released to pursue an opportunity with another club higher up the English football pyramid."
"Hilton said the Gladiators had initially 'decided to not allow those discussions' to take place until the end of the season, fearing it would 'unsettle' the Derbyshire club, only to then release the manager to pursue the chance. And when Clayton turned down the opportunity of a new start elsewhere, the 36-year-old is said to have 'requested he be reinstated' so he could 'finish what he had started'. 'While the earlier decision was taken with the club's long-term welfare in mind, further reflection and continued dialogue highlighted the importance of stability, continuity, and a shared direction,' Hilton said in a statement on the club website."
Adam Clayton was dismissed by Matlock Town on Saturday and rehired as manager two days later after he declined an external opportunity and requested reinstatement. A 3-0 loss to Ossett United precipitated his dismissal despite Matlock sitting third in the Northern Premier League Eastern Division and losing only two of their past six matches. The club removed its original departure statement and related social media posts. Owner David Hilton explained Clayton had been released to pursue a role higher up the pyramid after initial reluctance to allow talks, and later reinstated to preserve stability, continuity and a shared direction.
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