JULIAN Dicks is leaving Wivenhoe Town. The former West Ham and Liverpool star took over the boss seat at Broad Lane half way through last season and did a fine job in guiding the team through a turbulent period.

Football: Julian Dicks is leaving Wivenhoe Town. The former West Ham and Liverpool star took over the boss seat at Broad Lane half way through last season and did a fine job in guiding the team through a turbulent period.

However, by mutual consent, the two parties have gone their own ways, with ongoing issues surrounding the club remaining unresolved.

In recognition of the outstanding issues and the likely time to resolve those issues, the club decided that, in the interests of all parties and to recognise Dicks' commitment during the past few months, it was best the club set out its position so that he, being based in Spain, could make an informed decision about his future plans.

Dicks expressed his disappointment but thanked the club for its openness.