Spanish exit: Gary Neville is sacked as Valencia coach
After just over four months in charge, the struggling La Liga club confirm the departure of the former Manchester United player
Gary Neville has been sacked as coach of Valencia after just over four months in charge, the struggling Spanish club confirmed on Wednesday.
“Valencia Football Club have today parted company with Gary Neville as head coach,” Valencia said in a statement published in English on their website.
“After careful consideration, the club have decided to make a change with the best interests of the Valencia CF moving forward this season.
We thank Gary for his work at Valencia and wish him the best in the future
“We thank Gary for his work at Valencia and wish him the best in the future.”
Pako Ayestaran, previously an assistant coach at the Mestalla, has been appointed as Neville’s replacement until the end of the season, Valencia added.
Neville said in a statement: “I would like to thank Valencia Football Club, the fans, staff and the players.
“I would have liked to have continued the work I started, but understand that we are in a results business and in the 28 games (10 wins, seven draws and 11 losses) they have not been to my standards or to those which are required by this club.”