Tom Alsop leaves Sussex to join Gloucestershire at season's end
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 1:39 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
Tom Alsop has agreed to leave Sussex for Gloucestershire following the current season. The wicketkeeper-batsman has been with Sussex for five years, making significant contributions in both formats. Sussex coach Paul Farbrace stated that financial constraints at the club prompted Alsop's departure. Alsop emphasized the importance of job security for his family amid uncertainty surrounding Sussex’s financial situation, which has led to point deductions and salary cap restrictions imposed by the ECB.
- •Tom Alsop will join Gloucestershire after five years with Sussex.
- •Sussex faces financial troubles leading to Alsop's departure.
- •Alsop contributed to Sussex's promotion in 2024 and had a role in T20 competitions.
- •Sussex is under ECB restrictions due to operating losses.
- 1:39 PMYahoo Sports — Alsop agrees Gloucestershire deal
"Sussex coach Paul Farbrace says the county reluctantly agrees to let Alsop go because of their salary cap restrictions.
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