Millwall Boss Neil Harris Steps Down As Ex-Coventry Manager Mark Robins Tipped To Replace Him

Millwall head coach Neil Harris is set to leave the London club after this weekend’s match against Middlesbrough.

The Lions are winless in their last four games and sit 11th in the Championship heading into Saturday’s fixture.

Harris had been under contract until June 2025 but says the time is right to end his second stint in charge.

Having previously played for and then managed Millwall, the 47-year-old is the club’s all-time record goalscorer – netting 138 times in all competitions.

Speaking after news broke of his departure, he emphasised his deep connection to Millwall.

Harris said: “Everyone knows this club is more than a job to me, it’s my club, and always will be.

“I always said when I returned that I would leave when the time felt right, and now is that time.”

When Harris took over last season, Millwall were flirting with relegation, sitting just one point above the drop zone.

He guided them to a 13th-placed finish, and this season they are currently 11th – six points below the playoffs.

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Millwall Publish Statement Following News Of Neil Harris’ Departure

Wednesday’s game against Sheffield United will be Neil Harris’ last at the Den.

Millwall then travel up the M1 to face Middlesbrough for his final match in charge.

The club have stated that they are already searching for a replacement and will confirm plans for an interim manager following Saturday’s game.

Director of Football Steve Gallen said: “A comprehensive recruitment process was already underway for a new head coach.

“The direction we as a club want to head in is clear and the next head coach will play a pivotal role in helping us execute our strategy.”

And club chairman James Berylson said he accepted Harris’ decision to leave.

Berylson said: “As we look forward, the appointment of our next head coach will align with the clear strategy and vision I have previously laid out for the future of Millwall Football Club, both on and off the pitch.”

Mark Robins Touted As Next Millwall Manager

A front-runner for the Millwall job is former Coventry City boss Mark Robins.

Robins was a long-time servant at the Sky Blues, managing them from 2017-2024 as well as a shorter stint in 2012/13.

The decision from Coventry to sack him last month left many surprised.

Mark Robins took Coventry from L2 to the Championship play-offs, won an EFL Trophy and made it to an FA Cup semi final over 7 years.

For everything he dealt with and the loyalty he showed, it’s mental to sack him after a slow start.

Does anyone actually agree with the decision? pic.twitter.com/ne8PMm9WDH

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He is well-regarded by for both his playing style and his ability to extract a lot from his players.

With Millwall’s budget on the lower than many Championship rivals, Mark Robins could be a great fit at the Den.