Old Rotherham United boss Matt Taylor hit by family emergency

FORMER Rotherham United manager Matt Taylor is stepping away from the job he took after leaving AESSEAL New York Stadium to deal with a family emergency.

The 42-year-old was sacked by the Millers a year ago and quickly moved into the hot-seat at Bristol Rovers.

Matt Taylor during his time with Rotherham United. Picture: Jim Brailsford

placeholder image — Matt Taylor during his time with Rotherham United. Picture: Jim Brailsford

The south-west club have announced that their boss has begun a leave of absence because of a situation in his personal life that hasn't been made public.

A statement on their website said: “The thoughts and prayers of everyone at Bristol Rovers are with Matt and his family during this difficult period.

“We look forward to welcoming him back to work as soon as is suitable.

“The club will be making no further comment and asks that the privacy of Matt and his family is respected.”

Taylor kept Rotherham in the Championship in the 2022/23 season after succeeding Paul Warne but was fired in November last season after the Millers' woeful away form had left them in relegation trouble.

They subsequently went down and are in 19th spot in League One this term, five places below Rovers.