Man Utd cult hero John O’Shea has Birmingham contract ripped up after Wayne Rooney exit

JOHN O’SHEA has left Birmingham by mutual consent less than two weeks after Wayne Rooney’s exit.

The former Manchester United captain was sacked earlier this month after less than three months in charge.

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The Manchester United cult hero had been part of Wayne Rooney’s coaching staff[/caption]

Rooney won just two of his 15 matches as manager, with Birmingham slipping from fifth to 20th in the Championship.

His assistant O’Shea had remained at St. Andrew’s but has also now departed the club.

The Blues confirmed the Irishman’s exit in a statement which read: “The Club can confirm that First Team Coach, John O’Shea, has left by mutual consent.

“The Board would like to place on record their sincere thanks to John for all his efforts.”

O’Shea was appointed in October after Rooney’s arrival and worked under caretaker Steve Spooner following his dismissal.

He was also part of the coaching team for Saturday’s 2-2 draw with Swansea as new boss Tony Mowbray oversaw his first match.

Despite his departure from Birmingham, O’Shea remains Republic of Ireland assistant manager.

The Boys in Green have kept hold of their backroom staff since sacking Stephen Kenny after their Euro 2024 qualifying campaign.

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As a player, O’Shea made 394 appearances for United after making his first-team debut as an 18-year-old.

He won 16 major trophies with the Red Devils, including five league titles and the Champions League.

O’Shea also made 189 Premier League appearances for Sunderland after leaving Old Trafford.