Wayne Rooney has released a lengthy statement after being sacked by Plymouth.
On Tuesday morning, the Championship side confirmed that they had parted ways with the former England striker – with the side sat bottom of the table.
Rooney oversaw 25 matches in all competitions, with his side having recorded just five wins, and took a moment to thank fans for their support during his time there.
The departing Rooney said: ‘I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Board of Plymouth Argyle Football Club, in particular Simon Hallett and Neil Dewsnip who I shared great relationships with.
‘Thanks also to all the staff who made me feel welcome and who make the club such a special place, the players and fans for their efforts and support during my time as Head Coach and I wish them all the best for the future.
‘To the Green Army thanks for making the games at Home Park so special, they are memories that we will share forever.
Wayne Rooney has been sacked as Plymouth boss with the club bottom of the Championship
‘I would also like to give a special mention to my coaching staff Kevin Nancekivell, Simon Ireland, Darryl Flahavan and Mike Phelan for their knowledge, dedication, help and support.
‘Plymouth Argyle will always hold a special place in my heart, and I will continue to look out for and take interest in their results.’
Plymouth are currently bottom of the Championship with four wins this season, with the Pilgrims having suffered 13 league defeats.
‘Plymouth Argyle can confirm that the club and Head Coach Wayne Rooney have mutually agreed to part ways with immediate effect,’ a club statement read.
‘Departing the club with Rooney will be Assistant Head Coach Mike Phelan and first team coach Simon Ireland.
‘We would like to thank Wayne and his team for all their efforts and wish them well for the future.’
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