Keith Ricken has left his role as Cork football manager it has been confirmed.
Ricken took over as Cork boss last October but it was confirmed on Friday that he will leave the role.
Ricken stepped aside earlier in the year due to health reasons and has confirmed his departure.
And in a statement released by Cork on Friday confirming the news, Cork GAA Chairman Marc Sheehan said: "The county owes Keith a considerable debt for his selfless contribution, despite his off-field challenges.
"Given his record in MTU and at club level, we have no doubt that he will continue to make a sizeable contribution to Gaelic Games in the county. His reputation as a leader of young men will be further enhanced from his time here."
While CEO Kevin O'Donovan added: "It is a testament to Keith's integrity that in the two most recent management roles in Cork, namely U20 from early 2019 and Senior from late 2021, he turned difficult situations around thanks to his sheer force of nature.
"His ability to build great teams both on and off the field leaves Cork football in a good place, considering the challenges now faced in restoring it to its rightful place. We thank Caroline, Ava and Max for their selfless contribution also."
John Cleary will be proposed as manager on a three-year term.
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