Additionally, some of the older players at the club are wary of being injured playing for Hamilton ahead of the January transfer window, where they could potentially be free to sign elsewhere. The SPFL is reportedly aware of the situation, with Scottish football's governing body set to discipline the club again if the payroll is not met on Friday. Edwards owns Welsh Premier League side Haverfordwest County, though sources suggest that there are no guarantees that such an acquisition will transpire. Two weeks ago, the club faced a further nine-point penalty, which came after manager John Rankin left the club. They currently sit eighth in League One, though they were leading the division before the latest points deduction.

Source: BBC December 31, 2025 04:31 UTC