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Emile Heskey makes his first foray into management as ex-England star takes temporary charge of Leicester Women after Jonathan Morgan's departure

Emile Heskey has taken temporary charge of Leicester Women following the departure of Jonathan Morgan.

Leicester sit bottom of the Women's Super League table having lost all eight of their matches so far this season.

Morgan, who led the Foxes to promotion from the Championship in April, assistant manager Michael Makoni and first team coach Holly Morgan have all left the club.

Emile Heskey takes temporary charge of Leicester Women after Jonathan Morgan's exit

A statement from Leicester read: 'Retention of its FA Women's Super League status is central to the club's vision for the long-term development of women's football in the city.