Michael Flynn: Swindon Town manager departs after eight months in charge
Swindon Town manager Michael Flynn has left the League Two club after just over eight months in charge following their 2-1 defeat by Crewe on Saturday.
A club statement said the decision came as a “result of amicable discussions”.
Swindon are 15th in the table and have won just three of their past 15 matches, losing 10 of them.
Flynn’s assistant manager Wayne Hatswell has also departed, with Gavin Gunning – the Robins’ development phase loans manager – taking charge of the team in the interim period.
“Firstly, I would like to thank Michael and Wayne for their efforts during their time at the club and wish them all the best in the future,” club owner Clem Morfuni said.
“I have confidence that Gavin can deliver a successful campaign for the 2023-24 season and this starts with Saturday’s game against Tranmere.
“We hope our supporters will continue to back the first team and the new coaching staff we have in place, as we look to build a positive, successful environment.”
Former Walsall and Newport County boss Flynn took over at the Wiltshire club at the end of last season, following the sacking of Jody Morris after 18 games in charge.
Swindon started this season with a run of nine league games unbeaten but results have since faded, with the Robins now eight points away from the top six.
Their 54 goals conceded is also the joint-second worst total of any club in the division.
Flynn’s departure means Swindon are now searching for their fifth manager since June 2022 after Ben Garner, Scott Lindsey and Morris preceded him.
