Clough and two assistants leaving League One clubCaptain Jake Buxton to replace him as player-managerNigel Clough has agreed to leave Burton Albion as the League One club adjust to the financial uncertainty caused by the coronavirus pandemic. Clough’s second spell as manager will end next month and he will be replaced by the club captain, Jake Buxton.As part of the cost-cutting Clough’s assistant, Gary Crosby, and brother Simon, the chief scout, will also depart. Clough returned five years ago after a two-year spell at Sheffield United, helping Burton into the Championship for the first time. The 54-year-old previously led the club to the brink of the Football League before departing for Derby. Buxton, a 35-year-old former Derby defender, is expected to take over as player-manager. Related: Premier League clubs vote to start limited group training from Tuesday Continue readingreadfullarticle
