Huddersfield Town assistant head coach Alan Knill has left the club.
The 61-year-old has departed the Terriers after less than three months in the role, having initially joined in July.
Knill, who was involved in Town’s first ten fixtures of the campaign, made the club aware of his intention to leave his post over the weekend.
The assistant helped the Terriers to have a strong start to their season, with Martin Drury’s side taking 15 points from eight League One matches to sit third in the table at present.
“Alan’s decision to step away is one we entirely respect, and we’re glad to have had him at the club alongside us for the opening months of the season,” Town’s sporting director Chris Markham told his club’s website.
“He’s been a warm presence at Canalside and within our coaching room, and will always be welcome at the club, conducting himself with the utmost professionalism throughout his time here.
“Discussions will now continue between myself and Martin around how is best to proceed, and we will take the best option for both the club and team. With a strong unit remaining around Martin that includes Jon Stead, Dale Tonge and Jon Worthington, as well as our wider support staff, we’re fortunate to not be rushed into an immediate decision and will follow a process that allows us to make the most informed decision possible.”
Head coach Drury added: “First and foremost, I’ve really appreciated the opportunity to get to know and work alongside Alan over the past few months, and I know I’m not alone in feeling that way. He’s been a popular figure with both the staff and players, but we understand and appreciate his personal reasons for wanting to step aside, and we wish both him and his family well for the future.
“As a staff, our level of delivery and preparation with the players won’t be impacted and talks between myself and Chris around the most impactful route forward have already begun. Able to make an even more informed decision now with a few months of the season behind us, we’ll use this opportunity to improve and set ourselves up for the remainder of the season.”
