Paul Gascoigne tonight hit back at allegations of drunkenness made by Kettering chairman Imraan Ladak but has apparently now severed his ties with the club.

Paul Gascoigne’s first venture into management ended in acrimony and the accusations from Kettering chairman Imraan Ladak that the former England midfielder’s drinking was out of control.

Paul Gascoigne’s involvement at Kettering is shrouded in confusion after chairman Imraan Ladak claimed the former England man had left the club, with Gascoigne insisting he was prepared to buy out Ladak in order to stay on.

Paul Gascoigne’s short reign as Kettering manager has ended with the club’s new owner Imraan Ladak confirming his departure today.