Big news ahead of the season as Reuters is reporting that Martin O’Neill has stepped down as manager of Aston Villa.
This is effective immediately. Kevin MacDonald is taking over on an interim basis.
Here is the official statement from O’Neill on his departure.
I have enjoyed my time at Aston Villa immensely. It’s obviously a wrench to be leaving such a magnificent club. I would like to pay tribute to the Villa players, my coaching staff and the Villa supporters for all the support and encouragement they have given both the club and me personally during my time as manager. I wish them all the best for the future. I will obviously be assisting the club in the immediate short-term with regard to the handover of my duties.