Roy Keane Quit Sunderland Via Text
Fresh reports in the English media have revealed that Roy of the Rovers sent his resignation from the Black Cats by text message.
Dec 4, 2008 11:41:27 PM
According to various newspapers, including The Sun and the Daily Mail, Roy Keane's initial declaration of his departure from Sunderland came in the form of a text message from his mobile phone.
It is understood that the Irishman sent a text to chairman Niall Quinn before charging his solicitor, Michael Kennedy, with the task of drafting the official resignation letter.
Whilst a unique way to hand in one's notice of abdication, it was a familiar mode of communication between Keane and his higher-ups. Indeed, the frantic negotiations that took place prior to the announcement were all conducted in that very same manner.
The former Manchester United captain spent two-and-a-half years in charge of the Black Cats, taking them from the lower reaches of the Championship to Premier League promotion in the space of a season.
Sam Allardyce is the favorite to take the helm at the Stadium of Light, while ex-West Ham United boss Alan Curbishley is also thought to be in the frame.
--Leslie May, Goal.com
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