Hartlepool United confirm interim management team as Lee Clark successor search gets underway
Lee Clark stepped down from his role as Hartlepool United head coach after Saturday’s defeat to National League rivals Worthing.
Hartlepool United have confirmed the process of appointing a successor to former head coach Lee Clark is underway and have announced details of their interim management teams.
Former Newcastle United and Sunderland midfielder Clark stepped down from his role at Victoria Park less than half an hour after Saturday’s home defeat against National League newcomers Worthing had left his side sitting in the bottom side of the table.
First team coach Gary Liddle and assistant first team coach Adam Clayton will oversee preparations for next weekend’s visit to Scunthorpe United as Pools look to move on from a run of six defeats in their last seven games - although there was no confirmation over whether the duo will remain in temporary charge for Harrogate Town’s trip to Victoria Park next Tuesday night.
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In a statement released on the club website, Chris Maxwell, Head of Football Operations at Bromby & Partners, explained: “The process of appointing a new Head Coach is already under way. We believe this is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate, with the majority of the season still ahead and a good squad foundation in place. Our immediate focus is on supporting Adam and Gary as they prepare the team for Saturday’s fixture against Scunthorpe United, while conducting a thorough and considered recruitment process.”
Pools have also informed supporters a further update will be provided by the club ‘in due course’.
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