Former Bromley manager Andy Woodman has criticised the club's summer recruitment, claiming some signings were not up to League One standard. Woodman, who was sacked last month, also admitted he was angry at the timing of his departure after leading the club to a historic promotion.

Woodman oversaw Bromley's rise from the National League to League One in three seasons. He signed a new contract until 2028 last summer but was dismissed after a run of six defeats in eight games, leaving the club with just two wins from their first ten League One fixtures.

Speaking publicly for the first time since his exit, Woodman expressed frustration with the club's transfer business. He suggested the club waited too long to act in the market, bringing in seven players in the final days of the window.

"I just felt we didn't get the players we should have," Woodman said. "I'm sure one or two of them were out of our reach but we just didn't really put our marker down until late."

He questioned the quality of some arrivals, stating they would not have made other League One squads. Bromley made twelve permanent signings and three loan deals ahead of their debut third-tier campaign.

Under new manager Karl Robinson, Bromley's struggles have continued. The team sits 24th in the standings, with only nine points from 13 games. Their recent form shows no wins in the last five matches, a run that includes four consecutive defeats.

The most recent was a 2-1 home loss to Milton Keynes Dons on Tuesday, where Nicke Kabamba's first-half strike was cancelled out by second-half goals from Callum Paterson and Jack Burke. Bromley have conceded 33 goals this season, the highest total in the division.

Woodman said he had received offers to manage at a higher level but stayed at Hayes Lane out of loyalty. He wanted to finish the job he started and walk away on his own terms. "I'd just signed a new contract [until 2028], so that was a bit bizarre," he added.

Despite his disappointment, the former boss said he has moved on and is looking for his next challenge. He also stated he wants Bromley to survive in League One and for his legacy at the club to endure. Owner Robin Stanton-Gleaves appointed Karl Robinson to steer the club away from the relegation zone.

A positive result is vital to close the 20-point gap to league leaders Huddersfield and build momentum. Bromley's next fixture is a key home match against Fleetwood Town on Saturday, a chance to improve on a record of just 9 points from 13 games and a goal difference of minus 20.

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