Bristol City head coach Liam Manning to take leave after death of baby son
Bristol City head coach Liam Manning will take a period of absence following the death of his baby son Theo.
The Championship club said assistant boss, Chris Hogg, would take charge while 38-year-old Manning was away.
“Everyone at Bristol City Football Club is deeply saddened by the passing of Liam’s recently born son Theo John Manning,” a club statement said.
“We know that Bristol City’s supporters and the wider football family will share their condolences and deepest sympathy with Liam, his wife Fran and his son Isaac during this difficult period.
“We ask that the privacy of Liam and his family is respected during this time.”
If you have been affected by any of the issues in this article you can visit the BBC’s Action Line for information and support on bereavement.
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