Wayne Rooney leaves Plymouth Argyle ‘by mutual consent’

He leaves following a nine-game run of losses

Argyle are bottom of the Championship after 23 games.

"Plymouth Argyle can confirm that the club and Head Coach Wayne Rooney have mutually agreed to part ways with immediate effect," a statement from the club read.

"Departing the club with Rooney will be assistant head coach Mike Phelan and first-team coach Simon Ireland.

"First-team coach Kevin Nancekivell and club captain Joe Edwards will lead the team for our Sky Bet Championship match against Bristol City on New Year's Day. Daryl Flahavan will continue as goalkeeping coach."

The former Manchester United forward thanked the club in a statement.

"I would like to take this opportunity to thank the board of Plymouth Argyle Football Club, in particular Simon Hallett and Neil Dewsnip who I shared great relationships with.

“Thanks also to all the staff who made me feel welcome and who make the club such a special place, the players and fans for their efforts and support during my time as Head Coach and I wish them all the best for the future.

“To the Green Army thanks for making the games at Home Park so special, they are memories that we will share forever.”