Former Dundee United boss Jackie McNamara’s departure from York City has been confirmed. Sort of.
The English non-league club announced his resignation this morning but also revealed McNamara has been asked to prepare the team for Saturday’s FA Cup qualifier against Curzon Ashton.
He had agreed to end his 10-month reign with the National League club if they failed to get a “positive” result against Braintree on Saturday.
An 89th minute penalty deprived York of three points and the 1-1 draw stretched their winless run to seven matches – which included last week’s hammering by bottom club Guiseley.
A statement released by York City read: “Further to the statement last week regarding the future of York City manager, Jackie McNamara and following the game on Saturday, it has been decided, in the best interest of York City Football Club, that Jackie McNamara step down as first team manager.
“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.”
