Curbs blames 'breach of trust'

Curbishley: Quit Hammers

I have been incredibly proud to manage such a great club and my decision to resign has been very tough.

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Alan Curbishley has cited a 'breach of trust and confidence' for his resignation as manager of West Ham United.

Curbishley became the first managerial departure of the new Premier League season on Wednesday, just three games into the 2008/09 term.

It was believed the former Charlton boss had grown disillusioned at Upton Park following the club's transfer dealings over the summer.

He had previously stated that Anton Ferdinand's move to Sunderland would be the final departure before the close of the transfer window, however, on Monday, George McCartney also headed to Wearside.

Curbishley, who took the role in December 2006, admits it was 'very tough' to call an end to his time in charge.

Proud

In a statement released via the League Managers' Association he said: "I started my West Ham United career when I left school in 1974 and have remained a lifelong fan.

"I have been incredibly proud to manage such a great club and my decision to resign has been very tough.

"The selection of players is critical to the job of the manager and I had an agreement with the club that I alone would determine the composition of the squad.

"However, the club continued to make significant player decisions without involving me. In the end such a breach of trust and confidence meant that I had no option but to leave.

"Nevertheless, I wish the club and the players every success in the future."