Tim Clancy has departed his role as St Patrick's Athletic manager by mutual consent, the Inchicore club have announced.
The former Drogheda United boss led the Saints to fourth place last season and with it European qualification.
It had been hoped that Pat’s would challenge the top two this year but they currently sit in seventh spot in the League of Ireland Premier Division table after sixth defeats in 13 matches.
Pat’s lost 2-0 and 1-0 over the Bank Holiday period, against Derry City and Sligo Rovers respectively, registering a single shot on target over the 180 minutes.
The former Hibernian defender has now resigned from the position, according to the club.
Assistant manager Jon Daly has been appointed interim boss.
Clancy was appointed in the wake of Stephen O’Donnell’s decision to move to Dundalk, having led Drogheda United to promotion and seventh place in their first season back in the top flight in 2021.
A St Patrick’s Athletic statement read: "St Patrick's Athletic can confirm that Tim Clancy has resigned from his position as First Team Manager by mutual consent.
"Club chairman Garrett Kelleher would like to thank Tim for his commitment to the club over the last 18 months.
"Tim would like to thank everyone at St Pat's for their support during his time as manager and wishes the club the best of luck in the future."
The timing of Clancy's departure is a surprise given they sit just five points off third place.
Daly holds a UEFA Pro Licence and would be eligible for the permanent role if the Saints opt to go that route.
He has worked in coaching for eight years following a two-decade playing career in England and Scotland, and had an interim manager spell with Hearts.
Daly said: "We're looking for a reaction from the players and the staff, we're disappointed with the situation and it's something we believe we can turn around, starting on Friday down in Cork."
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