Brentford Interim Head Coach Lee Carsley has today stepped down from his role the club has confirmed.
The October SkyBet Championship manager of the month has left his post early as the new management staff have settled in quicker than expected according to a report on the club’s official website, leaving incoming Head Coach Dean Smith in permanent charge at Griffin Park.
The former-Everton player secured 5 wins in 10 games in West London and was a popular figure at the club.
Brentford Co-Director said on Carsley’s departure; “We would like to again thank Lee for all his work over the past 14 months at the Club and especially for his work as Head Coach.
“Lee performed a vital role in stabilising the Training Ground environment after a difficult start to the current season. His work ensured we were able to take our time and find the right Head Coach to lead the Club forward and he has passed on his knowledge of the players and staff to Dean.
“When Lee suggested his work at the Club was done, we were happy to let him go. He has done a great job and will always be on the end of the phone if anyone here needs anything. He can spend Christmas with his family and take some time away from the day-to-day rigours of football. We were pleased we could give him this extra time and he goes with our best wishes.” he added.
“Lee has always been honest with us as to his thoughts and we appreciate that. I am sure he will be back in club football when he feels the time is right. In the meantime everyone at Brentford wishes him all the best for his work with the England Under-19 squad, a job we know he enjoys.”
Dean Smith’s first game in charge of the Bees will be an away trip to local rivals Fulham on Saturday.
