Warnock leaves Aberdeen weeks after arriving – and minutes after successful sport
Neil Warnock has stepped down as Aberdeen interim supervisor – simply minutes after successful a sport.
The former Sheffield United, Leeds, QPR and Crystal Palace boss was solely appointed by the Scottish Premiership membership earlier this 12 months. He had been handed the job till the tip of the season after Barry Robson’s sacking however didn’t decide up a league win in six matches.
The 75-year-old had simply led Aberdeen to a 3-1 victory over Kilmarnock within the quarter-finals of the Scottish Cup when it was introduced he can be leaving the membership early.
The Dons acknowledged that Warnock had “stepped aside”. Chairman Dave Cormack added on Aberdeen’s web site: “The club would like to thank both Neil and Ronnie Jepson for their efforts.
“With the search for a new manager at an advanced stage, Peter Leven will assume control of all first team matters until the process is concluded.”
Warnock mentioned: “I was honoured to lead Aberdeen for a short period to help Dave and the Board get themselves into a position where they could get closer to making a permanent appointment.
“It goes without saying that I had hoped I could’ve collected a few more league wins along the way, but I am also delighted to have helped the club into the Scottish Cup Semi Final. I hope they can now go on and lift the trophy.
“Ronnie and I can’t thank the fans enough for their support while we’ve been here and we wish the club and the supporters all the very best for the remainder of the season and for the future.”
Scottish soccer followers had been fast to invest on what Warnock’s departure means, with many assuming a everlasting alternative has been lined up. One mentioned: “This absolutely stinks of Michael Beale to Aberdeen.”
Another added: “[Neil] Lennon on his way, he’ll get Aberdeen playing again.” A 3rd agreed: “It’s Neil Lennon, isn’t it.”
Meanwhile, a Aberdeen supporter moaned: “Jesus Christ, one normal day is all we ask ahahahaha.”
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