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Conor Hourihane to depart Barnsley role at end of season

BURSLEM, ENGLAND - APRIL 14: Barnsley manager Conor Hourihane during the Sky Bet League One match between Port Vale and Barnsley at Vale Park on April 14, 2026 in Burslem, England. (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images)
Conor Hourihane's Barnsley currently sit 12th in the League One table

Conor Hourihane will leave his post as Barnsley boss at the end of the season.

The 35-year-old former Republic of Ireland international was given the job on a full-time basis a year ago having initially been appointed interim boss following the departure of Darrell Clarke.

A statement on the club website read: "Following discussions between both parties, it was concluded that a change would be beneficial for both parties ahead of the 2026-27 campaign."

Former midfielder Hourihane said: "I am incredibly grateful to the club for giving me the opportunity to begin my management journey, particularly at a club that means so much to me."

Barnsley currently sit 12th in the Sky Bet League One table and Hourihane's last game will come at home to Stockport on 2 May.

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