'Perspective' after tragedy sees Lions coach depart

Andy Marshall working with Lions keeper Lukas Jensen last season

Millwall goalkeeping coach Andy Marshall has announced he is leaving the club.

Marshall revealed the tragic loss of Lions keeper Matija Sarkic last summer had changed his perspective on life and he plans to spend more time with friends and family.

The 50-year-old had worked with Montenegro international Sarkic, whose former clubs include Aston Villa, Wolves and Birmingham, for more than nine years and described him as 'like a son to me.'

Marshall - the only Lions keeper to play in an FA Cup final (in 2004) - returned to The Den in July 2022 to oversee the first-team and under-21 goalkeepers.

The 50-year-old told the club website: "I have decided that now is the right time to step away from my role.

"I have loved every minute of my time here, both as a player and as a coach, and I truly feel now is the right time for me to take a break.

"Events over the last year have completely changed my perspective on life and now is the moment to focus and prioritise those closest to me and to enjoy my time with them.

"My family and I will continue to support Millwall from the sidelines."

A statement from Millwall read: "The club would like to extend its sincere thanks to Andy for his outstanding contributions over the past three seasons.

"It also wishes to express how immensely proud it is of his professionalism and character in the wake of the passing of the much-loved Matija Sarkic, who was a very dear friend and colleague to Marshy."