The SPFL’s longest-serving manager Jim McInally has resigned as boss of Peterhead.
McInally, who has been in charge for 11 years, has stepped down from his role at Balmoor Stadium following a run of poor results.
The 58-year-old leaves Peterhead with the club bottom of League 1 with seven points from their opening 15 matches.
Blue Toon chairman Rodger Morrison paid tribute to the dedication and long service of McInally, who departs following the club’s 1-1 draw at Airdrie on Saturday.
He said: “Jim has been a hugely successful manager for the past decade winning two league titles, reaching a memorable cup final against Rangers, as well as taking many Premier League scalps along the way.
“Aside from his success on the pitch, I know Jim as a loyal and principled friend to this club, who has made many personal and financial sacrifices for the good of PFC, especially during the pandemic.
“There were concessions made by Jim during that time to help ensure that financial stability would continue, and these were not made as a football manager, but as someone who cares deeply about Peterhead Football Club and my gratitude for that runs deep.
“These are big shoes to fill, but we will endeavour to find the right person for the job and as such the due diligence process of appointing a new manager will now begin.”
McInally’s assistant David Nicholls will take charge of the team until a new appointment is made.
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