BRISTOL ROVERS have confirmed that Ingo Calderon has been sacked.
The EFL outfit swung the axe on the manager less than 24 hours following the end of the League One season.
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Calderon, 43, oversaw a disastrous end of the season that saw the club win just ONE POINT in their final ten games.
The Spaniard was only appointed in December having signed a two-and-a-half-year deal.
However following relegation to League Two he has been sacked by the club.
A statement read: “Bristol Rovers can confirm that Inigo Calderon has departed his position as Men’s first team Head Coach.
“Miguel Llera, who has been assisting in the coaching department since March, has also left the Club.
“Everyone at Bristol Rovers would like to thank Inigo and Miguel for their hard work, dedication and commitment and wish them both every success in their respective future careers.
“A thorough process to recruit a replacement is underway and the club will be making no further comment at this time.”
Calderon has also released his own statement following the decision.
He insisted that it was a “true honour” to lead the club and paid tribute to the fans.
He wrote: “This is my time as Bristol Rovers manager.
“It has been a true honour and pleasure to have been part of this great club, obviously without the results I would have liked and that this club deserves, but still the pride and clear conscience of having tried everything possible to achieve the best.
“Boxing Day at Exeter, the first home game on New Year’s Day, my family celebrating from the stands, the first win at Cambridge, the unconditional support in away games, and especially the games played at the Mem are unforgettable moments that I will always remember.
“I’ve always said that a club is made great by the fans and the people who work behind the scenes, and this club is giant.
“It’s a time for unity. I can only reiterate my gratitude to the entire Gasheads family, fans, players, staff, board. Now more than ever.”
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