Jackie McNamara has stepped down from his role as York City manager, the club have announced. However, he will continue in a caretaker capacity until his successor is found.
The manager has overseen a downward spiral at the club with relegation from the Football League last season, and a record of winning just three and losing eight of their first 14 fixtures of this campaign.
It culminated in a 6-1 thrashing by Guiseley last week before a 1-1 draw with fellow strugglers Braintree Town on Saturday evening, after which McNamara said he would discuss his future with the chairman, Jason McGill.
“It has been decided, in the best interest of York City football club, that Jackie McNamara step down as first team manager,” a club statement read. “After purposeful discussions it was agreed that results and performances, in the main, have not been acceptable nor have they achieved the high standards expected.
“In order to assist the managerial transition period and to accommodate a thorough identification, interview and appointment process, the chairman has asked Jackie McNamara to train and prepare the team until a suitable candidate has been determined.
“This process should be completed within two weeks.”
