The chief executive of Blackpool Football Club is to leave his position in the coming weeks to "pursue opportunities elsewhere".
Ben Mansford has been in the role since November 2019, having joined from the same job at Maccabi Tel Aviv FC.
Mr Mansford has also previously been CEO at Leeds United and Barnsley.
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He said: "Having enjoyed four years as CEO of this special football club, I feel that now is the right time for me and my family to move on to a new challenge.
"It has been a real honour to lead the club during such an exciting time in it’s history.
"I'd like to thank Simon for his incredible support since I joined the club, as well as all of the staff and supporters.
"I wish everyone connected with the football club the very best for the future."
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Blackpool were relegated to League One at the weekend after a 3-2 home defeat to Millwall.
Jonty Castle is to step up from his current position as chief revenue officer to chief operating officer and be assisted by Mark McGhee who will assume a broader role as head of finance and operations.
Owner Simon Sadler added: "I’d like to thank Ben for all of his hard work and dedication to Blackpool Football Club since joining me on this journey back in 2019.
"His knowledge and expertise has been invaluable to me and to all of the staff at the club.
"He leaves us in a much stronger position than when he first joined us."
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