WELLING United’s future is in serious doubt after the Conference South club were served with a winding-up petition.

The Wings were due to be taken over by a mystery backer last weekend but the unknown individual pulled out at the last minute, prompting HMRC to serve the petition which could see the club go to the wall by the end of the month.

A statement on the official club website said: “The club wishes its supporters to know that it has been served with a winding-up petition brought by HMRC which is due for hearing later this month.

“The matter looked to have been resolved until last weekend when a new owner, who seemed certain to secure the club's long term future, disappeared just before completion of the deal.

“All season ticket holders have been sent full details of the situation, and other supporters will receive similar information at the match on Saturday.

“Meanwhile, the club remain optimistic that everything can be resolved with the backing of those who wish to see the Wings not only survive, but prosper in the future.”

Welling are at home to Hampton & Richmond on Saturday at 3pm.