Celtic have announced manager Ronny Deila has decided to leave the club at the end of the season.
The 40-year-old Norwegian's position had come under increased scrutiny following Sunday's William Hill Scottish Cup exit to Old Firm rivals Rangers, and his summer exit was confirmed on Wednesday morning.
"It is vital that the club comes first, instead of me being the focus," the Norwegian said, speaking on celticfc.net.
"Hopefully now the team and the club can be the focus as we enter this final important period of the season.
"I was delighted in my first year to bring our fans a League and Cup double and enjoy some European nights at Celtic Park, and I am pleased this season to be well in contention to win another Premiership title.
"There have been some disappointments and times when we have not achieved what we had hoped for and I'm realistic and honest enough to admit that, but I know that the players, myself and my backroom team have always given everything we had to bring success to our supporters.
"I would like to thank everyone who has supported me so well at the Club. The fans have been magnificent during the past two years."
