Kieran McKenna has resigned as Ipswich Town manager, just weeks after clinching a return to the Premier League.
The 40-year-old took charge of the Tractor Boys in 2021 and guided them to three promotions in the past four seasons, two of which have taken the club into the top flight.
They will play among the elite in 2026-27 after finishing runners-up in the Championship in May.
Former Wolves head coach Gary O’Neil – currently boss of Strasbourg after being appointed in January – is one manager in the frame to replace McKenna.
The 43-year-old, who spent two years as a player with Ipswich’s big rivals Norwich City, has admirers at Portman Road. The club are open-minded about a successor, but O’Neil is a contender.
McKenna was recently linked with the Fulham job, after Marco Silva’s departure, but said his departure from Portman Road is because of his desire to take a break from the game and spend more time with his family.
“I feel this is the right time for me to step aside,” McKenna said.
“I do so with great pride at the incredible progress we have made and with huge hope and optimism for the future of the club.
“After giving so much to the role over the previous five seasons, I now look forward to taking a break from management and dedicating some time to my family, who have been with me every step of my career so far.”
