Hannah Dingley’s tenure as caretaker manager of Forest Green Rovers, which made her the first woman to take charge of a men’s side in England’s top four divisions, is set to end with the League Two club to appoint a new manager.
Southampton under-21 coach David Horseman will replace the 39-year-old with an announcement from the club expected imminently.
Louis Carey, who alongside Horseman was part of Ruben Selles’ backroom staff at Southampton last season, will join Horseman as part of his coaching staff at Forest Green.
The League Two club made history when they appointed Dingley as the club’s caretaker manager on July 4.
Dale Vince, the club’s chairman, said at the time: “Hannah was the natural choice for us to be first team interim head coach — she’s done a fantastic job leading our academy and is well aligned with the values of the club.
“It’s perhaps telling for the men’s game that in making this appointment on merit, we’ll break new ground — and Hannah will be the first female head coach in English (men’s) football.”
Dingley said on her appointment: “I’m really excited for this next step of my career. Pre-season has just begun, and the full season kicks off very soon. It’s an exciting time in football. I am grateful for the opportunity…
