Torquay United news

Torquay Player of the Year Aaron Downes has agreed a new two-year deal to stay at Plainmoor.

Torquay begin life under the permanent control of Alan Knill with a home game against AFC Wimbledon.

Swindon will host Torquay in Round 1 of the Capital One Cup.

Chris Brass is set to be appointed as Torquay's assistant manager next week.

Former Torquay boss Martin Ling believes he was treated poorly at Plainmoor but he is looking to return to football management as quick as possible.

Torquay striker Ashley Yeoman has spoken of his relief at being offered a new deal at Plainmoor.

Torquay youngster Liam Prynn is set for a move to Aston Villa.

Torquay goalkeeper Michael Poke has the potential to follow predecessor Bobby Olejnik to the npower Championship, according to goalkeeping coach Kenny Veysey.

Torquay assistant manager Shaun Taylor has been put on gardening leave by the Gulls, Press Association Sport understands.

Torquay have agreed new contracts with three players and talks will continue with their first-choice centre-backs.

Torquay boss Alan Knill is to hold talks with a prospective new striker as the Gulls try to replace forwards Rene Howe and Ryan Jarvis.

Torquay's new permanent manager Alan Knill believes the club's location as a footballing outpost makes it easier to foster team spirit.

Alan Knill believes his nine-week stint in charge of Torquay will stand him in good stead as he begins planning for next season.

Torquay manager Alan Knill has announced his first retained list with seven players, including right-backs Joe Oastler and Danny Leadbitter, departing the club.

Torquay have confirmed Alan Knill as the club's new manager.

Martin Ling has described how he was "amazed" to hear that his contract as Torquay manager was being terminated.

Torquay have terminated the contract of manager Martin Ling with immediate effect.

Torquay will be without talismanic striker Rene Howe when they host Bristol Rovers looking for the point they need to secure npower League Two safety.

Torquay boss Alan Knill has hailed the finishing ability of young striker Ashley Yeoman after helping the Gulls to a vital win.

Torquay boss Alan Knill praised his side's determination after they won 2-0 at 10-man Morecambe to clinch a second successive victory.