After over a decade at the club in various roles- including assistant manager before becoming first team manager in 2018- Vicky Jepson has left Liverpool Women’s team by mutual consent.
The news comes with Liverpool third in the Women’s Championship, eight points away from leaders Leicester City.
Vicky Jepson Parts Ways With Liverpool Women
Jepson’s Statement
The departing manager released a statement following the news which read: “It’s with a heavy heart that my time has come to an end with Liverpool Football Club; the place I love and have been lucky enough to call home for over a decade.
“Over the years I have been fortunate enough to work across the entire pathway at this club. During this time, I’ve seen so many youth players go on to wear the first team red shirt, which fills me with immense pride.
“It’s been a privilege to have contributed to their careers. I’m also grateful to have had the opportunity to work alongside the talented people at the LFC Foundation. Seeing the increase of girls participation in football has been truly inspiring.
“To many senior players, past and present that I’ve worked with, I thank you. Thank you for empowering me with your relentless efforts, professional attitudes and sacrifices that you make daily as a professional footballer. I will forever be grateful for our time together over the years and I will continue to support you all from afar, for the rest of the season.
“To the fans, I’ve travelled around the globe wearing this badge and have witnessed the power of this club. You are incredible and the reason why LFC is so special. Thank you for your support, our women’s team wear that badge with pride and work hard for this club. Please continue to get behind them, they need your support.
“Lastly, thank you for welcoming me into the LFC family all those years ago. I will carry this in my heart for the rest of my life.
“For now, I’ll be taking some time out with my family, but I’m excited and looking forward to my next challenge in the world of football.”
Assistant manager Amber Whitely will now take charge as Liverpool begin their search for a new manager following Jepson’s departure.
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