Steven Gerrard handed clear path to job as Premier League club axe manager four games out

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10:09, Thu, Apr 30, 2026 Updated: 10:29, Thu, Apr 30, 2026 Steven Gerrard has been handed a route back into football management (Image: Getty)Steven Gerrard has been handed a clear route back into football management after Burnley and Scott Parker parted ways just four games before the end of the Premier League season. Read our Privacy PolicyA statement from Burnley read: "Scott Parker has left his position as Head Coach of Burnley Football Club by mutual consent.

Following confirmation of the Club's relegation from the Premier League last week, Parker and the Board held discussions and mutually agreed that his time at Turf Moor would conclude."During his tenure at Turf Moor, Parker guided the Clarets to a record-breaking season in the 2024/25 campaign, securing Burnley promotion from the Championship to the Premier League, with a 33-match unbeaten run, keeping a remarkable 30 clean sheets. The process of appointing a new permanent Head Coach ahead of the 2026/27 season has begun."Commenting on his exit, Parker told the Burnley website: "It has been an immense privilege to lead this great club over the past two years.

I have enjoyed every moment of our journey together, but feel that now is the right time for both parties to move in a different direction."I reflect back with great pride on what we achieved during my time at the club, especially our unforgettable promotion season in 2024/25, and it was a true honour to lead this team into the Premier League. I wish you all and this great club nothing but the very best for the future."MORE TO FOLLOWWe'll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story.For the latest news and breaking news visit: /sport/football.