Phil Neville takes temporary charge of La Liga side Valencia

Monday 30 November 2015 13:52, UK

Phil Neville and Salvador Gonzalez have been put in temporary charge of Valencia following the resignation of coach Nuno Espirito Santo.

The former Manchester United and Everton defender joins ex-Valencia defender Gonzalez - known as Voro - at the helm of the La Liga side until further notice.

Nuno announced his departure following Sunday's 1-0 loss to Sevilla, but said he had already informed chairman Peter Lim of his decision prior to kick-off.

Neville and Voro led training on Monday morning and a statement is expected later on Monday following a meeting between Nuno and club directors.

Nuno, 41, leaves Valencia ninth in the table and third in Group H of the Champions League and still with a chance of progressing to the knockout stages of the competition.

However, the Portuguese was adamant expectations had not been met during his time in charge of the club.

"We are all in agreement that the current situation is not good, and that we must all do what is best for the club; this has always been my intention," he said.

"I want to thank all the players who I have managed at the club for their work. I also want to thank Peter Lim, who is - and will continue to be - a friend of mine, and the fans of Valencia CF.

"I ask that the fans continue to support the youngest squad in La Liga. Tomorrow we will give more details. I understand that the issue is pertinent, but I do not want to say too much in this regard."