Elgin City Football Club has taken the drastic step of suspending manager Allan Hale, citing an ongoing investigation into his actions. The Highland League side made the announcement on [current date], stating that Hale's suspension is 'with immediate effect'.
While the club has refused to reveal any further information about the nature of the investigation, sources close to the matter suggest it may be related to an incident that occurred during a recent game.
Allan Hale has been at the helm of Elgin City since 2019, leading the team to a respectable sixth-place finish in the Highland League last season. The suspension has left the club's fans and players reeling, with many taking to social media to express their shock and disappointment.
Elgin City's statement on the matter reads: 'The club can confirm that Allan Hale has been suspended with immediate effect, pending an ongoing investigation. The club will not be making any further comment at this time.'
The suspension of Allan Hale is a significant development in Scottish football, and fans will be eagerly awaiting any further updates on the situation. With the Highland League season set to resume in a matter of weeks, the club will be looking to resolve the issue as quickly as possible to avoid any disruption to their preparations.