Sligo Rovers reaction to departure of John Russell

 

Sligo Rovers has confirm the departure of Men’s First Team Manager John Russell.

 

It’s understood that Russell has accepted the position of First Team Manager with Shelbourne FC.

 

He has had a long association with Sligo Rovers, having represented the club as a player across two spells before returning as Assistant Manager in late 2018. He was appointed Men’s First Team Manager in June 2022.

 

The Club in a statement have paid tribute to the departing boss saying that he played an important role in developing a young squad and promoting a positive, attacking style of football.

His commitment to player development helped to establish a group of talented young players and provided the club with a solid foundation for the future.

 

Club Chairman Tommy Higgins earlier gave the following reaction to Ocean FM:

Sligo Rovers reaction to departure of John Russell
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Sligo Rovers has confirm the departure of Men&rsquo;s First Team Manager John Russell.
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It&rsquo;s understood that Russell has accepted the position of First Team Manager with Shelbourne FC.
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He has had a long association with Sligo Rovers, having represented the club as a player across two spells before returning as Assistant Manager in late 2018. He was appointed Men&rsquo;s First Team Manager in June 2022.
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The Club in a statement have paid tribute to the departing boss saying that he played an important role in developing a young squad and promoting a positive, attacking style of football.
His commitment to player development helped to establish a group of talented young players and provided the club with a solid foundation for the future.
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Club Chairman Tommy Higgins earlier gave the following reaction to Ocean FM:

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