STEVE BURR has been sacked as boss of National League side Chester after only one win in ten games left them fighting relegation.
The former Kidderminster manager joined Chester in January 2014 and despite finishing fourth bottom at the end of the 2013-14 season, they remained in Non-League‘s top flight due to the demise of Salisbury City and Hereford United.
The Blues improved drastically last season and ended up finishing 12th but their recent poor form has left them looking over their shoulders.
They are currently 17th in the National League table and four points clear of the drop zone ahead of Saturday’s trip to Lincoln City.
They lost 2-0 at Torquay United on Tuesday night and the Blues’ board say they believe Burr’s sacking “to be in the club’s best interests given our current situation”.
First-team coach Jon McCarthy will take charge of the remaining four games alongside club captain Ian Sharps.
A Chester statement read: “Following a meeting earlier this afternoon the board of Chester FC has decided to terminate the contract of first team manager Steve Burr with immediate effect.
“We are sure that all our supporters and followers will appreciate that as a fan-owned club this has not been an easy decision for us to make. However, given the recent, extended run of poor form and results we believe this to be in the club’s best interests given our current situation.
“The board have asked first team coach Jon McCarthy to take the remaining four games alongside our captain Ian Sharps given their knowledge of our players.
“Naturally, as a club we thank Steve for his contribution over the last two years and wish him well for the future. We will announce arrangements for the appointment of Steve’s replacement in due course.”
