Neil Redfearn leaves Rotherham United

Rotherham United have parted ways with manager Neil Redfearn.

Rotherham United
Published 8th Feb 2016

Rotherham United have sacked manager Neil Redfearn.

The former Leeds manager has won just five games since being appointed in October

The announcement comes after a board meeting this morning and the club says the decision's been made with 'immediate effect'.

Chairman Tony Stewart said:

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"It is with a heavy heart that we've parted company with Neil today. As we all know football is a results driven business and with 16 games to go our aim has to be to retain our Championship status.

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"Everyone at the Club wishes Neil well with his future career and thank him for his efforts and endeavour.

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"Our focus now is 100% behind appointing a first team manager as soon as possible"

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Redfearn's only been in charge for 4 months having joined on a 2-and-a-half-year deal

The club currently sit in the relegation zone after losing 2-1 to Bolton on Saturday.

The Club has said it won't be making any further comments until an appointment is made.