Ipswich Town Head Coach Kieran McKenna Steps Down After Promotion
Kieran McKenna has resigned as Ipswich Town manager to take a break from football and spend time with his family. The 40-year-old had led the club to back-to-back promotions, including a return to the Premier League last season.
bbc.co.ukKieran McKenna has stepped down as Ipswich Town head coach to take a break from football. The 40-year-old coach guided the Tractor Boys back to the Premier League last season and had been linked with other clubs. McKenna will not take another managerial role in the near future. He said the decision follows reflection after achieving a second promotion and spending five seasons with the club.
Statement from the Coach
“It is with a mixture of gratitude, pride, sadness and contentment that I have decided to step down from the honour of managing this historic football club." — Kieran McKenna McKenna thanked the board and coaching staff for their support. He also expressed gratitude to the fans for their backing through highs and lows during his time at the club.”
McKenna was appointed Ipswich Town manager in December 2021. He managed 222 games and secured promotion from League One and then to the Premier League. The coach previously assisted at Manchester United before taking the Ipswich role. He said the connection built at the club made the departure difficult but timely after last season's achievements.
McKenna added that he looks forward to dedicating time to his family after giving five seasons to the role. Ipswich Town will now begin the search for a replacement.
