Lincoln United have officially confirmed the departure of Stefan Galinski and Henry Moore, bringing further change during what has already been a turbulent 2025–26 campaign at Ashby Avenue.
Galinski has been a key figure in the Whites’ back line since arriving in the summer and was a near ever-present on the team sheet whenever available. His leadership, physical presence, and strong personality quickly made him an influential figure within the dressing room, and his absence will be keenly felt both on and off the pitch.
At 31, Galinski brought a wealth of experience to the squad, having previously represented clubs including Derby County, Stoke City, Boston United, Alfreton Town, Grantham Town, Basford United, Gainsborough Trinity, and Mickleover. He also boasts international pedigree as a former Poland Under-18 international, underlining the level of experience Lincoln United have now lost.
Henry Moore also departs Ashby Avenue, rejoining Grimsby Borough, a club he has previously represented. Moore played an important role for Lincoln United during the previous season and remained a regular part of the squad until the end of his spell. A product of the Grimsby Town youth system, with further experience at Grimsby Borough and Winterton Rangers, Moore’s return represents both a loss of continuity for Lincoln United and a familiar landing spot for the defender.
Challenging season for the Whites
These departures come against the backdrop of a challenging season on and off the pitch. Lincoln United currently sit 21st in the Northern Premier League East Division, with 23 points from 25 matches, having won five, drawn eight, and lost 12. A goal difference of minus 23 highlights the difficulties the side has faced, particularly defensively, and recent results have done little to ease concerns. Narrow home defeats to Ashington AFC and Grimsby Borough, coupled with heavy away losses at Matlock Town and North Ferriby, have kept the Whites anchored in the relegation places, despite draws against Bradford Park Avenue, Hallam, and Silsden offering occasional signs of resilience.
Instability in the dugout has compounded those on pitch struggles. Earlier in the season, the club parted company with manager Scott Hellewell and his assistant Paul Grimes in an attempt to arrest the slide. Billy Heath was appointed as his successor, but the move failed to deliver the desired turnaround. Heath departed after just four matches in charge, leaving without registering a single league win and adding further uncertainty to an already unsettled campaign.
With key players now departing and the club still searching for stability, Lincoln United face a significant battle in the second half of the season. The challenge ahead is clear: restore confidence, tighten defensively, and find the consistency required to climb away from danger in a highly competitive Northern Premier League East Division.