Carlisle United's League Two rivals Crawley Town have parted company with manager John Yems amid allegations of racist behaviour.

Crawley confirmed last night that Yems would be leaving the club after three years in charge.

The Sussex club said the decision was "mutual" and "effective immediately" with assistant and former Carlisle trialist Lewis Young to continue as interim manager.

It comes in the wake of serious allegations regarding 62-year-old Yems' conduct, which were first reported in the Daily Mail and subsequently reported by others including Sky Sports.

Several members of the Crawley squad are reported to have made claims against him to the Professional Footballers' Association, while the Football Association are investigating.

Yems has not commented publicly but is believed to deny the claims. The manager called the police yesterday when he was doorstepped by a Sky reporter.

Crawley were recently taken over by American cryptocurrency investors WAGMI United.

Co-chairman of the club, Preston Johnson, said in a statement: "We’re looking forward to the next era of Crawley Town Football Club.

"We have an opportunity to build on more than 125 years of rich history and take this club to the next level.

"We’re eager to partner with our players and supporters as we build a team and community that Red Devils fans can continue to be proud of — both on and off the pitch.”

Crawley, who are 12th in the table, take on Oldham Athletic today.

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