Shiels exits Dungannon Swifts job

Dungannon Swifts confirmed on Saturday morning that Dean Shiels has quit as boss by mutual consent.

It comes less than two days after he guided the club to Premiership safety with a victory over Annagh United in the promotion/relegation play-off.

The former Northern Ireland international had been in charge at Stangmore Park for the last two years.

A statement from the club read: “All at Stangmore Park would like to thank Dean for his time at the club, his dedication to the job and all the time and effort he has put in since taking on the task of Dungannon Swifts FC manager.

“Dean departs with our sincere gratitude and very best wishes for the future.

“We will immediately begin the process to appoint a new manager and update you with any further announcements where possible.”