Liam Manning steps down as Huddersfield Town head coach
Manning was granted compassionate leave at the end of March due to ‘ongoing personal matters’
Liam Manning has stepped down as Huddersfield head coach, the League One club have confirmed.
Manning was granted compassionate leave at the end of March due to ‘ongoing personal matters’ relating to the tragic passing of his newborn son in October 2024.
A mutual agreement has now been reached between Manning and the club for him to leave, and he said in a statement: “Stepping down from Huddersfield Town has been a difficult decision, but one I feel is best for the club, my family and myself at this time.
“It has been a privilege to manage this team and be a part of this community. I am grateful to the fans for their support and compassion in recent months.”
Owner and chairman Kevin Nagle said: “I want to pay huge tribute to Liam. Stepping away from this role is the correct decision for him and his family, and that comes before absolutely everything else. His openness and honesty about this situation have been second-to-none.”