McDonnell set to explain Armagh exit

Former Armagh football manager Peter McDonnell is expected to release a statement explaining his reasons for quiting the Orchard County in the next 24 hours.

McDonnell surprise exist was confirmed in a statement by the county board last night.

The manager had been hoping to stay in charge for another season but there is speculation that matters off the field of play forced his hand.

Former manager Joe Kernan and current Kildare manager Kieran McGeeney are already being linked to the position.