Christian Fuchs quits Newport County before pre-season training begins
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 6:51 PM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
Christian Fuchs has left his position as manager of Newport County just ahead of the 2026-27 pre-season. His departure comes two days before the team returns to training, following a seven-month tenure. Fuchs had previously led the team to avoid relegation from League Two after joining when they were bottom of the league. He cited 'many factors' influencing his decision, stating he no longer felt he had much to give. Chris Todd, who assisted Fuchs last season, will take over as interim manager. Newport County prepares for a pre-season friendly against Gloucester City on July 11.
- •Fuchs announced his exit two days before pre-season training starts.
- •He helped Newport avoid relegation in his seven-month tenure.
- •Chris Todd is appointed interim manager.
- •Newport County's upcoming friendly is against Gloucester City on July 11.
- 6:51 PMYahoo Sports — Many factors behind shock Newport exit - Fuchs
"Christian Fuchs felt he had to leave Newport County despite helping steer the club to League Two safety when looking "doomed".
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