Rob Edwards AXED by Luton with Hatters staring back-to-back relegations in the face amid dismal run of form
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LUTON TOWN have axed manager Rob Edwards amid the threat of back-to-back relegations. Edwards, 42, led the Hatters to the Premier League during his first season in charge. They dropped back to the Championship this term despite a brave battle. But Luton have been unable to build on their recent success and are now at risk of ending up back in League One.
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Confirming the manager's departure, a statement read: "Luton Town Football Club can confirm that Rob Edwards has left his role as manager by mutual agreement.". It continued: "We could have not wished for a better man to understand what it takes to be manager of Luton Town, one who acted as an ambassador for the club and community in the glare of the world’s media spotlight.
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"We enjoyed the highs of Goodison Park and that maiden Premier League win, the demolition of Brighton under the Kenilworth Road lights and the part the Town played in the 4-4 classic at Newcastle after also taking a point, and so very nearly all three, off Liverpool as the battle against relegation went right to the final day.
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"The current campaign back in the Championship has clearly not progressed as anticipated, and after holding amicable talks following Monday’s defeat at QPR, the board and Rob have agreed to part with immediate effect. "While the process to appoint a new manager is already underway, Paul Trollope and Richie Kyle, aided by Mick Harford, will take charge of the squad for Saturday’s FA Cup third round tie at Nottingham Forest.".
