David Moyes has today resigned as Sunderland manager.
The Black Cats were relegated from the Premier League last month after just six wins this season and Moyes has since called time on his career at the Stadium of Light.
“Sunderland AFC has announced that David Moyes has resigned from his position as manager of the football club,” a statement read on the club’s official website.
“David advised the chairman and chief executive of his decision to leave the club at a meeting in London this morning.”
Chairman Ellis Short said: “I pursued the services of David Moyes for a considerable period prior to his appointment last summer, which makes the announcement of his departure difficult for everyone concerned.
“Having worked tirelessly throughout the campaign to avoid relegation from the Premier League, David has chosen to leave the club without compensation, which is testament to his character.
“In the days ahead we will take some time for reflection, and then focus on recruitment and pre-season as we prepare for our Championship campaign. We wish David well in the future.”
David Moyes went on to add: “I would like to thank Ellis Short and the Board for giving me the opportunity to manage Sunderland and the fans for always being so passionately supportive of their club.
“I wish the players and my successor well in their efforts towards promotion back to the Premier League.”
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