Hot on the heels of Harry Pell’s return to The Memorial Stadium comes the news that manager Dave Penney has been relieved of his duties.
Bristol Rovers have today relieved Dave Penney of his managerial duties with immediate effect.The decision was taken in light of the continued poor performances on the pitch.
Captain Stuart Campbell will take control of team affairs and selection until the end of the season.
A statement from the Board of Directors said: “We are all very disappointed and sad that the appointment of Dave Penney has not brought us the results and change of direction that we have been looking for."
“With 12 games left there is still a chance to get ourselves out of this situation and try and secure our League One status."“We wish Stuart Campbell every success for the remainder of the season, and would call on all fans to back him, and the team, as he tries to rescue our season.”
Penney joined Bristol Rovers on January 10th and since then the club have won just two games. Martin Foyle will also be leaving the club.
Penney lost nine of his thirteen games in charge, culminating in a 2-0 home loss to fellow strugglers Dagenham on Saturday, earning just eight points in total.