- Thompson resigned as interim boss of Oldham on Thursday.
- The decision comes after Thompson met with senior officials to discuss the club’s future
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Steve Thompson has resigned as caretaker manager of Oldham Athletic after his position became untenable.
The 58-year-old spent just three and a half weeks in charge of the club, assisted by Neil Redfearn, and left the Latics following a meeting with the club’s hierarchy on Wednesday.
Thompson took over from David Unsworth last month and his six-match tenure ended with three wins and three draws.
That run put Oldham within striking distance of the National League playoff places, but the former Preston number 2 handed in his resignation after discussions over the club’s future.
“We would like to express our thanks to Steve and Neil for their work in taking charge of the first team over the last few weeks,” read a statement from Oldham.
Steve Thompson resigned as interim boss of Oldham Athletic on Friday.
Neil Redfearn (left) also left the club after being appointed assistant manager to Thompson.
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“Academy director Paul Murray will oversee training ahead of Saturday’s Emirates FA Cup match against Altrincham.
“An announcement regarding the leadership position will be made in due course.”
Micky Mellon and Gary Bowyer are among the names linked with taking the reins permanently, while Thompson will not return to his former role as head of recruitment.
