Ronan McCarthy steps down as Cork football manager

McCarthy did not receive the support of Cork GAA top brass to continue as manager next year

DONE: Cork manager Ronan McCarthy, who does not have the support of Cork GAA top brass to continue as manager next year. Picture: Piaras Ó Mídheach, Sportsfile

Ronan McCarthy has stepped down as manager of the Cork senior footballers, Examiner Sport understands.

The executive of Cork GAA has decided not to extend his term into the final season of their two-year agreement, despite McCarthy's desire and eagerness to do so. It is understood a meeting of the Executive Monday night rubber-stamped the decision.