SUFFOLK FA chief executive Phil Knight has stepped down, it emerged tonight.

In a statement, Suffolk FA said: “The Board of Suffolk FA advises that it has accepted the resignation of its Chief Executive, Phil Knight, for reasons of his own.

“The Board would like to place on record their thanks for the commitment and progress Phil has afforded Suffolk FA.

“Phil has wished Suffolk FA well for the future and the Board has reciprocated accordingly.

“The Board will be dealing with the matter of a replacement Chief Executive in due course.”