Danny Rohl posts a lengthy goodbye message via social media, with an emotional admission after leaving Sheffield Wednesday.
In his farewell message, Danny Rohl expressed deep gratitude for his 21-month tenure as manager, thanking the chairman for the opportunity, the players for their commitment and resilience, and his staff, particularly coaches Sascha Lense, Sal Bibbo, Chris Powell, Neil Thompson, and Henrik Pedersen, for their passionate support.
He cherished the unity in the Sunderland dressing room and the atmosphere after the Watford game, wishing everyone well.
Rohl acknowledged the passionate supporters, noting their role in making the club special, and reflected on the mutual decision to part ways with the club after a challenging summer.
He expressed pride in the “miracle” achieved together and said he would never forget the experience.
Rohl said in his goodbye message: “A very special time is coming to an end and I am incredibly grateful for the experiences we have shared over 21 unforgettable months together.
“I thank our Chairman for his faith and giving me the opportunity to take my first steps as a manager.
“I thank my players for such a successful collaboration, your tireless commitment and for being great humans. I am proud of all of your personal resilience and efforts.
“Thanks to my staff, I’m finding it difficult to find the right words today. You were always there for me and the players too. You worked with so much passion, day after day, week after week. I am very proud to have had each of you with me over the last 21 months. From the first team evening to the last day, I could not have asked for better people to be alongside.
“I also want to highlight my gratitude specifically to my coaches Sascha Lense, Sal Bibbo, Chris Powell, Neil Thompson and Henrik Pedersen for the fantastic bond we created, it was a pleasure to experience this with all of you.
“Two images will always remain in my mind: the atmosphere in the Sunderland dressing room and the picture after the Watford game. We were a unit. I wish each of you only the best, good health, and a bright future. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
“Finally, I want to say thanks to the passionate supporters of this great football club. I will never forget all the amazing memories that we enjoyed together. You make this club such a special place to be a part of with the passion that you showed throughout and I will miss you all so much.
“This summer has been difficult and, in the end, the club and I came to the mutual decision to part ways. I understand the different thoughts and reactions to everything that has been going on during these past few months.
“I am extremely grateful to have had this opportunity. Even during the difficult moments and setbacks, I have always continued to feel the support from everyone. I take so many special moments away with me that will remain in my heart. We achieved a miracle together and that will always be something truly exceptional. I wish everyone associated with Wednesday my very best. I will never forget you. The Gaffer”
Sheffield Wednesday confirm Danny Rohl’s departure just 12 days until season begins
Twitter users reacted as Danny Rohl posts a lengthy goodbye message with an emotional admission after leaving Sheffield Wednesday…
@isaacsimpsonn: Bittersweet in the end, his behaviour since January has been shocking downed tools and lost interest. Gave us great memories but will never make up for selling the club down the river. Buzzing to see then back of him, it’s not the Danny rohl show. 🐍 #swfc
@supsterjnr: Classy words. I don’t blame Röhl for this situation. He’s a quality coach who has had a nightmare 6 months, juggling a lunatic boss, zero support and total uncertainty about anything. DR and his short term reputation are just more #swfc collateral damage. Good luck to him.
@isthatdavidp: Nice statement from Röhl, the sad thing is, all of this could have been avoided, we had the chance to do something amazing but once again, Chansiri felt the need to bring the club down a peg or two! #swfc
@AarreJayne: Wishing you all the best Danny and thank you for everything you have done for SWFC. Wish things could have been better ❤️
@dale_hurman: Absolutely gutted it ended this way. Did an incredible job under the circumstances. Thanks for the memories Danny.
@NJB44: None of us know all the ins and outs but the fact that there’s no thanks or wishing well is a sad reflection of where we are. I think he did an unbelievable job, and could see the oncoming shitstorm. i think the ‘fee’ set for DR was too high and negated a win win solution. #swfc
@mark_flemdog: Thanks for keeping us up that first season, that was an immense job, and the first half of last season. Since the Southampton approach and I presume some broken promises its gone down hill, clearly wanting away. Best for all parties at this point. Shame. #swfc All the best
@RobertT33411438:
What he could have had in January:
1) £2 million compensation for Rohl
2) £5 million for Gassama
3) £250k for Smith
4) £500k for Windass
Which would have resulted in:
1) Players paid
2) No embargo
3) No three window transfer ban
4) No fucked stand
5) Club worth £75m
#swfc
@JB_Swfc:
Our timeline coming up:
– lose 5-0 to Leicester
– knocked out of cup to Bolton
– pitch invasion at kick off vs Stoke
– game abandoned
– EFL fine
– lose against Wrexham, Windass scores
– pitch invasion against Swansea
– fine and future games behind closed doors
#SWFC
@antonyc88: Genuinely beyond caring about our club anymore. It’s been gutted by a lunatic owner. Couple of weeks from season starting and we’ve got 15 players, no manager, a ground that’s seemingly about to collapse. It’s actually insane the state that a club this size is in #swfc
@MattHarris6: Rohl’s departure once again shows Chansiri’s shear stupidity. Could have let him go earlier and got a fee, but he leaves for nowt. Just like Windass and Smith. If he had the brains he should have sold months ago. Each day we aren’t sold, the price drops #swfc #enoughisenough
@Owen_wawaw_s6: That Danny Rohl Instagram post 💔#swfc
@callumf84858484: · 25m Proper hit a nerve man
