Kerr quits St Pat’s post

Brian Kerr has resigned from his role as director of football at St Patrick’s Athletic.

Kerr will remain as an advisor to the Inchicore club until the end of the season.

The former Republic of Ireland manager wished the eircom League of Ireland Premier Division leaders well for the future.

‘My affinity with and affection for this club is well known,’ Kerr told the official club website.

‘St Patrick’s will always be special to me and I believe that Johnny McDonnell has now got a squad that can achieve great success over the coming seasons.

‘I have greatly enjoyed being involved and working with Johnny to get us to the point where we can look ahead with great confidence.

‘Last year’s second place finish in the league was pleasing. I believe the club will go one better this season.

‘I want to thank Garrett Kelleher and the board of the club, the staff, the players and the fans for their support of me over the past 15 months and I wish them continued success.’

Saints chairman Garrett Kelleher thanked Kerr, saying: ‘We are grateful to have had someone of Brian’s experience available to us and I want to thank him for his contribution.’