BOSS John Deacey has left Bradford Park Avenue by mutual consent today just two days after the Conference North club’s season ended.

Martin Drury has agreed to take on the role of first-team manager, with Jamie Price as his assistant.

Deacey steered Bradford to safety after a horrendous run of injuries in the first half of this season left them second bottom in January. He returned from a short break due to health concerns and the results picked up remarkably, leading to him being named manager of the month in February.

Deacey said: “I have decided to step down and give someone else a chance. I’ve got the club into mid-table and brought some silverware so I’m leaving it in a good position.

“I would like to wish the club every success in the future and I wish the supporters well as they have been great to me over the years. I can be proud of the job I’ve done in difficult times and I feel I’ve played my part in bringing Bradford Park Avenue back into the limelight.”

Drury, who had been Deacey's number two following the departure of Mark Hume, and player-coach Price have impressed since taking up coaching roles this campaign.

Avenue chairman John Dean said: “John Deacey has done a fantastic job for us and we are immensely grateful for the role he has played in bringing us this far. We wish him well.

"We do feel, however, that Martin and Jamie have played a crucial role in our recent turnaround.”