Barrow manager Adam Murray has asked supporters to stay patient and back the club's long-term rebuilding project. The call comes with the team positioned 21st in the National League after a difficult start to the season.

Murray took over following last season's relegation from the Football League and has consistently praised the backing from The Bluebirds' faithful. He acknowledges the pain fans have endured in recent years but insists the foundations being laid are correct.

"I’ve said it from day one that it’s not going to be an easy season, and it’s not going to be a smooth season, and we are trying to build for the future," Murray said. He added, "We’ve had to reset from what’s gone before and we can see that a lot of the things we are trying to do are right."

The manager pointed to specific on-field progress, noting his side had led in half of their eight league matches so far. However, lapses in those promising positions have cost them points, leaving them with a record of one win, three draws and four defeats. This has yielded six points from a possible 24, a total that reflects their struggles to convert promising positions into victories.

Barrow's recent form shows one win in their last five outings, a sequence that includes a 3-0 victory over Sutton United but also a 1-0 loss at Solihull Moors last time out. They have scored 10 goals but conceded 12, leaving them with a negative goal difference. The team has also been ahead for a total of 112 minutes in their league matches this season, yet has managed to secure victory only once.

The immediate focus turns to a home game against Aldershot Town, who sit seventh in the table. Murray stressed the importance of unity, telling fans he needs them to be strong through the inevitable setbacks of a transitional campaign. The club's upcoming fixtures present a chance to build momentum.

Everything from the playing style to the squad's mentality has been altered under Murray's leadership. The manager's message is clear: this is a new project requiring time, and continued supporter belief is a key part of the process as they prepare for Aldershot's visit. He reiterated that the process is about more than immediate results, focusing on building a sustainable foundation for future success.

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