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Latics confirm Royle departure

28 Apr 2009 - 11:52:32

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Joe Royle will not remain in charge of Oldham Athletic beyond the end of the season.

Royle took charge at Boundary Park for a second time in March following the sacking of John Sheridan, but the Latics are yet to win a game under his charge.

Chief executive Alan Hardy told the club's official website: "When Joe kindly agreed to help us out six weeks ago, it was always with just the last nine games of the season in mind and at that stage a longer arrangement was never considered.

"After openly discussing the situation with the owners and myself, Joe felt that the best option for the club to take was to look for a younger man to take the helm.

"However Joe has agreed to continue to help, but without the day-to-day involvement.

"Joe came to help us at a very difficult time, but he has been able to address a number of issues and prepare a blueprint for next season."