Defoe quits Woking after less than five months

The former England striker walked away after failing to show up for training.

What happened. Jermain Defoe has left his role as Woking manager after less than five months, citing circumstances that made it impossible to continue.

• Defoe did not attend training on Thursday before calling to resign.
• Internal conflict with a club hierarchy member was reported.
• He lost only one of six games in charge.

“Unfortunately, circumstances have ultimately made it impossible for me to continue in the position.”

— Jermain Defoe

Woking have declined further comment; Defoe says the experience will make him stronger.

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