York City could have a new manager at the helm by the time they face Chester FC on October 22.
Jackie McNamara today (Monday) announced his decision to step down from his role with the struggling Minstermen after a woeful start to their Vanarama National League campaign.
The former Celtic man announced following last week's humiliating 6-1 drubbing at the hands of fellow strugglers Guiseley that he would walk if his side didn't produce a 'positive' response from Saturday's clash with Braintree Town.
The Minstermen drew 1-1 in Essex on Saturday in a much-improved display but it wasn't enough to keep McNamara in the hot-seat and the club, relegated from the Football League at the end of last season, are now looking to have a new manager in place within the next two weeks.
But, in an unorthodox move, McNamara will continue to train and prepare the squad until his successor is named.
A club statement read: "Further to the statement last week regarding the future of York City Manager, Jackie McNamara and following the game on Saturday, it has been decided, in the best interest of York City Football Club, that Jackie McNamara step down as first team manager.
"After purposeful discussions it was agreed that results and performances, in the main, have not been acceptable nor have they achieved the high standards expected.
"In order to assist the managerial transition period and to accommodate a thorough identification, interview and appointment process, the chairman has asked Jackie McNamara to train and prepare the team until a suitable candidate has been determined. This process should be completed within two weeks."
The Blues, who travel to Southport in the FA Cup fourth qualifying round on Saturday, travel to Bootham Crescent the following weekend.
