Kieran McKenna resigns as Ipswich Town manager to take football break
Kieran McKenna has stepped down as head coach of Ipswich Town to take a prolonged break from football, ending speculation regarding a swift move to Fulham.
The 40-year-old is stepping away from the sport indefinitely and will not be pursuing any new managerial positions in the immediate future.
His surprising departure leaves the Suffolk club searching for a new leader ahead of the upcoming campaign.
Financial compensation secured
Despite the sudden exit, the Portman Road hierarchy has ensured the club is heavily safeguarded against a swift return to the dugout.
If the highly-rated tactician decides to resume management within the next 12 months, his former employers will be owed a substantial fee.
That compensation figure currently stands at approximately £7m, accurately reflecting the remaining duration of his previous contract.
Fulham search continues following Silva exit
The departing coach had emerged as a leading candidate for the vacant position at Craven Cottage following the recent exit of Marco Silva.
However, this announcement firmly rules the former Manchester United assistant out of the running to take over the London club.
Fulham must now redirect their focus elsewhere as they seek to appoint a reliable successor to the Portuguese manager.