Growing concerns before Defoe exit - Woking director
Woking director of football Jody Brown says there were "growing concerns" across the club before the National League side parted ways with former England striker Jermain Defoe as manager.
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"Jermain's feedback was always positive, and he regularly expressed his enthusiasm and excitement for the season, both publicly and privately."
— Jody Brown , Executive
"However, in recent weeks there had been feedback from across the club, including players, staff and other departments, regarding growing concerns."
— Jody Brown , Executive
"As we have seen many times before, success as a player does not always translate into management and leadership. I sincerely hope to see him succeed in whichever direction he follows."
— Jody Brown , Executive
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Woking director of football Jody Brown says there were "growing concerns" across the club before the National League side parted ways with former England striker Jermain Defoe as manager.
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