And bosses Michael Birmingham and Jamie Howell are said to have a wish list of targets who they believe can provide a degree of optimism as they go about trying to bounce back to step three football at the first time of asking after being demoted from the isthmian premier division.

Midfielder Burgess looks poised to sign for National League South side Worthing, while Block is could well be heading to Southern League Premier Division South outfit Sholing.

Burgess, who moved to the Nye Camp in the summer of 2023 from Premier League outfit AFC Bournemouth, took to social media to say farewell to the club. He wrote: “After two incredible years, my time at Bognor Regis Town has come to an end. Huge thanks to the staff, players and most importantly the fans for all your amazing support. You’re the heart of the club. Wishing everyone at Bognor all the best for the future.”

And similarly Block, who suffered an injury-hit season in his second spell at the club, announced via digital channels that he had left the Rocks. He said: “Unfortunately my second run at Bognor is over. It very clearly didn’t go as we all had planned, which I’m gutted about. Thank you for the opportunity to play for my home club again. Until our paths cross once more I wish the club nothing but success next season.”

Meanwhile, last season’s top scorer Tommy-Lee Higgs has confirmed that he will be leaving the club to seek an opportunity at a higher level. However, the club will be due compensation from any outfit who may sign him.

The Rocks have announced five pre-season friendly matches, all to be away:

Friday 11th July Horndean 7.45pm
Wednesday 16th July Pagham 7.45pm
Wednesday 23rd ~July Petersfield Town 7.45pm
Saturday 26th July Wimborne Town 3.00pm
Friday 1st August Chichester City 7.45pm