Tranmere Rovers sack manager Andy Crosby with 11 matches to play as former Premier League boss steps in
Tranmere Rovers have parted ways with manager Andy Crosby following a dire sequence of results that has seen the Wirral club lose 10 of their previous 11 League Two fixtures.
The decision comes just 10 months after Crosby was handed the role on a permanent basis at Prenton Park.
Sunday’s 3-1 defeat away to relegation-threatened Newport County proved to be the final straw for the club’s hierarchy.
The dismal run has left Tranmere languishing in 19th position in the fourth tier, though they remain eight points clear of the drop zone with 11 matches still to play this season.
Chairman Mark Palios addressed the dismissal in a statement, recognising the difficulties Crosby had faced during his tenure.
Palios said: “Andy did a great job for us last year and has undoubtedly been dealt a tough hand this season with the exceptionally high level of injuries we have experienced.
“However, I felt a change was unfortunately necessary to try to address the poor run of results.”
The chairman expressed confidence that Crosby had given his utmost to the position despite challenging circumstances, wishing him well for what lies ahead.
Tranmere Rovers have parted ways with manager Andy Crosby
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He added: “I have no doubt that Andy has put his all into the role over the last 12 months in difficult circumstances, and I wish him all the best for the future.”
First-team coach Andy Parkinson has been appointed to lead the side on an interim basis, with his first match in charge on Saturday’s home fixture against Oldham Athletic.
He will be supported by Connor Jennings, who has stepped up to an assistant role, alongside Joe Murphy.
Prior to his departure, Crosby had acknowledged the weight of responsibility following the club’s struggles.
The decision comes just 10 months after Crosby was handed the role on a permanent basis at Prenton Park
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After Sunday’s loss, he said: “As the manager of the football club, the run we’re on is my responsibility.
“But I’m a big boy, and I’ll keep doing everything I possibly can to change this run around. I’m giving absolutely everything.”
Crosby initially arrived at Tranmere in February 2025, stepping in to replace Nigel Adkins in the dugout.
His first spell proved successful, with supporters crediting him for steering the club away from danger as they finished 20th, nine points above the relegation places.
Crosby had acknowledged the weight of responsibility following the club’s struggles
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However, the current campaign has brought a dramatic reversal in fortunes.
Before the sacking was announced, the Tranmere Rovers Official Supporters’ Club had publicly demanded an immediate change to the managerial setup.
They described Crosby’s position as untenable in a scathing statement.
The club now faces a crucial run of fixtures, including an Easter Monday clash with Colchester, as they look to secure their League Two status.
