Wrexham FC Manager Morrell Leaves Club

Wrexham FC have parted company with manager Andy Morrell.

Andy Morrell told the clubs website: “I feel it is in the best interests of both Wrexham FC and me to make a change now, so that we can all plan for the future with certainty.

“I’m disappointed with how this season has gone, as I desperately wanted to lead the club I love back to the Football League where I feel it belongs. However, I’m really proud of my achievements over the last two years and to see 20,000 Wrexham fans celebrating with me holding the FA Trophy will live long in my memory.

“During my time here I’ve been treated with the utmost respect by the board and I’d like to thank them and the fans for their support, as both a player and manager.

“I’d also like to thank the players and backroom staff for all their hard work and support throughout my tenure and wish them every success for the future.”

On behalf of the Board Don Bircham stated: “We would like to place on record our appreciation for Andy’s hard work both as a player and manager and the memories he has given Wrexham fans that they will always carry with them.

“He is a very popular figure here at the Racecourse and as a former player and manager will be welcomed back at the Racecourse at any time in the future. We wish him all the best and will follow his career with interest.”

“Everyone at Wrexham FC remains fully focused on achieving our ambition of promotion back to the Football League as quickly as possible. ”

Billy Barr will take immediate responsibility for first team affairs on an interim basis supported by Michael Oakes and the existing back office team.

The departure follows a very disappointing performance against Barnet on Saturday.