Steve Fletcher has stepped down as assistant manager of AFC Bournemouth.
39-year-old Fletcher will continue as a member of Lee Bradbury's playing squad.
Fletcher took up the role of assistant manager following the departure of Eddie Howe and Jason Tindall in January 2011, and helped the Cherries to the play-off semi final last season. The striker has made 13 appearances for the club this season, including a cameo role in last night's defeat at Brentford.
The Cherries will now look to appoint a new assistant manager from outside the club.
Fletcher said, "It wasn't an easy decision because I've really enjoyed the role and love the club. My focus is now on helping the club push up the table and continuing the success of the last few years."
Cherries chairman Eddie Mitchell added, "We would like to thank Steve for the hard work he has put in as assistant manager. He remains an important and popular member of the squad, and will undoubtedly have a big part to play in the future development of the club."
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