Lee Bowyer breaks silence on Birmingham City exit and sends message to John Eustace
Latest Birmingham City news from BirminghamLive includes Lee Bowyer's first words since leaving the club
Lee Bowyer has released a statement following his departure from Birmingham City.
Bowyer left Blues over the weekend after guiding the club to a 20th-placed finish in the Championship in his only full season in charge. He returned to Blues as manager in March 2021 and helped the club stave off relegation in his first campaign.
Results deteriorated in the second half of last season though and Bowyer’s future had been the subject of intense speculation months before his departure. Mark Warburton was rumoured to be lined up as a replacement before John Eustace - who worked as Warburton’s assistant at QPR - was given the top job at St Andrew’s.
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In a statement released via the League Managers Association, Bowyer wished his successor well and thanked Blues’ board for their support during his tenure. He said: “I would like to thank the chairman and board of directors for giving me the opportunity to manage Birmingham City Football Club. I had good memories of my time as a player and it has been a pleasure to return as the manager.
“I would also like to thank all of my colleagues at the training ground and the stadium, who were supportive from the minute I came through the door. The players worked extremely hard throughout my time and I am very grateful for their efforts.
“Finally, I would like to thank the fans for their support of me and the team. We have had some fantastic times at St. Andrew’s and I am sure they will get behind the team again this season.
“I wish John Eustace and his team the very best and hope the club enjoys success in the near future.”
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