It was thought he would stay in charge for the FA Cup game with Manchester United tomorrow, but owner John Henry has moved to bring in club legend Dalglish.
John Henry said: "We are grateful for Roy's efforts over the past six months, but both parties thought it in the best interests of the club that he stand down from his position as team manager. We wish him all the best for the future."
Roy Hodgson said the last few months had been the most challenging of his career.
He added: "Being asked to manage Liverpool Football Club was a great privilege. Any manager would be honoured to manage a club with such an incredible history, such embedded tradition and such an amazing set of fans. Liverpool is one of the great clubs in world football...
Neil MacDonald @'Liverpool Echo'
I have to add now that 20 odd years ago I found some kittens in a bin and gave them the name of 'Kenny' & 'Dalglish' but they did turn out to e Ms. kenny and Ms....
ReplyDeleteYears later my now (BIG) pygmies were astonished to find out that KD played for Liverpool!!!