NEWPORT County AFC are set to announce a new management team at 9.30am tomorrow after sacking boss Terry Butcher, his assistant Russell Osman and coach Steve Marsella in a frantic day at Rodney Parade.

Mere hours after the South Wales Argus broke the news that the Supporters’ Trust had successfully taken over the club, with a letter of endorsement from outgoing owner Les Scadding, the Trust made their first big decision, dropping the hammer on the County management.

It is understood they informed Butcher of the decision in a meeting yesterday afternoon, with a statement following promptly.

John Sheridan, the ex-Plymouth and Chesterfield manager, is understood to be the man ready to replace Butcher. County fan favourite Mike Flynn is also set to return to the club.

"After Tuesday’s defeat against Crawley Town, the club can announce that manager Terry Butcher has today left the club with immediate effect,” they wrote.

"The former England international was announced as County manager back in April 2015, succeeding Jimmy Dack, who had held the position since the departure of Justin Edinburgh.

"It has been a difficult start to the season with the team only managing one win out of ten league games, and as a result we find ourselves bottom of the league.

"In addition to Terry's departure, Russell Osman (Assistant Manager) and Steve Marsella (Chief Scout) have also left the club.

"Newport County AFC would like to thank Terry and his staff for their efforts during their time at the club, and wish them every success for the future.

"The club hopes to make an announcement on a successor prior to Saturday's fixture against Exeter City.”

However, the Argus understands that at least two thirds of a potential management team have already agreed to replace Butcher and his team.

John Sheridan, who has worked before with County CEO Jason Turner at Plymouth, is the man the Argus understands will replace Butcher.

He left Plymouth by mutual consent in the summer after defeat in the League Two play-offs, citing a desire to return to the north of England. However, he’s still out of work and is understood to be keen on a short-term arrangement, with the opportunity to resurrect County unlikely to damage his future career prospects. His CV and knowledge of League Two is likely to make him a fairly popular appointment.

The Argus understands the Exiles are also in discussions over an assistant manager, but he’s already employed elsewhere and is highly unlikely to be announced alongside Sheridan and Flynn.

The Argus understands that Flynn will also return to the club as a first team coach. He’s recently been managing local side Undy Athletic and has been a key supporter of the Supporters’ Trust. He’s also a UEFA A licenced coach.