Marc Skinner has left his role as head coach of Manchester United Women after five years in charge. His departure leaves the club without a manager for its women's team, with only a month to go before the start of the Women's Super League season.
The timing is far from ideal. The club also has a thin squad, according to reports, meaning the playing staff is stretched as the new campaign approaches. Manchester United must now act quickly to appoint a new head coach and strengthen the team before the season begins.
Skinner had been at the helm for five years, but the reports do not offer a reason for his exit. No successor has been named, and the uncertainty adds to the challenges facing the club. The situation has led to questions about whether Manchester United have lost faith in their women's team, with the club remaining silent on its next steps.
With the WSL season set to start within weeks, the club faces a race against time to build a competitive side. A lack of leadership and depth in the squad could prove costly if not addressed promptly.