Kenny Jackett resigns as Rotherham United manager after just 39 DAYS following loss to Leeds United
KENNY JACKETT has sensationally resigned from his post as Rotherham United manager following the clubs 2-1 defeat against Leeds United last weekend.
The former Millwall boss lasted just a mere 39 days in charge of the struggling EFL side, failing to win a match in five games in charge.
Jackett failed to win a game as Rotherham bossPA:Press AssociationLeeds ran out 2-1 winners at the New York StadiumGetty Images
He becomes the fourth manager to leave the Millers since former boss Steve Evans left last year – Neil Redfearn, Neil Warnock and Alan Stubbs also held the position.
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In an official club statement, Rotherham said: “Following the game against Leeds United at the weekend, Kenny Jackett tendered his resignation and accordingly, his employment with the Club has terminated with immediate effect.
Kenny’s resignation came as a shock to the Club and is disappointing. The Club will now focus on making appropriate arrangements for the first team.
Leeds United’s Souleymane Doukara scored the winning goalReuters
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“Paul Warne has agreed to take care of first team matters on an interim basis whilst the Board of Directors begin the process of appointing a new first team manager.
“Rotherham United will be making no further comment at this time.”
They sit rock bottom of the table, winning just one game all season, and currently sit on seven points, 11 points adrift of safety.
Rotherham are now looking for yet another appointmentGetty Images
A 2-2 draw away at Portman Road against Ipswich Town was the only point Jackett secured for his team, as his side shipped in 11 goals, finding the back of the net just four times themselves.
After just surviving relegation last season under the guidance of Neil Warnock, a drop down to the EFL League One seems like a certainty this campaign.
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