Maidstone United forwards Christie Pattisson and Hady Ghandour leave by mutual consent

Maidstone have announced the double departure of Hady Ghandour and Christie Pattisson.

They leave the Gallagher Stadium by mutual consent - the second and third players to make such an exit following Joe Ellul's departure a fortnight ago.

Winger Pattisson made 83 appearances in two-and-a-half years at the club, also operating as a makeshift centre-forward as Maidstone won National South last season.

He scored the clincher in Maidstone's last National League victory - a 3-2 success against Maidenhead in November - and played his final game as a substitute in last weekend's FA Trophy win at Eastleigh.

Striker Ghandour signed a one-year deal with the Stones after leaving Charlton last summer.

The Lebanon international had two loan spells at the Gallagher last season, scoring in the win over Chelmsford that clinched the title.

A groin operation restricted his progress this season and he departs after 24 appearances.

Stones chief executive Bill Williams said: "There were personal and professional reasons involved in their requests and on this occasion it was the right thing for both parties to agree to.

"We offer our thanks and best wishes to both players and their families."