Sol Campbell leaves Macclesfield Town after eight months in charge
Macclesfield said the departure had been ‘conducted in the most amicable of ways’
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Your support makes all the difference.Sol Campbell has left his post as Macclesfield Town manager by mutual consent, the League Two club has announced.
The former England international departs after just eight months in charge.
Campbell took over at Moss Rose in November last year and guided the Silkmen to safety in League Two.
Regarding Campbell’s departure, Macclesfield said: “This has been conducted in the most amicable of ways and there has been total transparency between the club and Sol regarding the challenges which face lower league clubs such as Macclesfield Town.
“Sol’s passion, drive and football knowledge will always be remembered at the Moss Rose with fondness.”
In his own statement, Campbell said: ”Macclesfield Town provided me with a great beginning in the managerial side of the game, as well as a fantastic learning curve which I am truly grateful for.
“I would like to thank all the players and staff for their support during my time at the Moss Rose and also all the loyal fans, whose belief at the end of last season ultimately played a tangible role in our success.”
Macclesfield confirmed they would be making a further announcement on the appointment of a new coach as soon as possible.
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