Rob Edwards is leaving Luton ‘by mutual consent’ after four consecutive Championship defeats

Rob Edwards has left Luton by mutual consent after four successive defeats left them in danger of relegation from the Championship.

Edwards leaves the Hatters after just over two years at Kenilworth Road, during which he led them to the Premier League for the first time via the play-offs in 2022-23.

The Bedfordshire club finished 18th in the Premier League last season and have struggled since their return to the second tier, a 2-0 defeat at QPR on Monday leaving them just two points above the bottom three.

A statement from the Hatters said: “The current Championship campaign has obviously not progressed as hoped and following friendly talks following Monday’s defeat to QPR, the board and Rob have agreed to part ways with immediate effect.”

Edwards will remain a popular figure at Luton despite his departure, having guided the Hatters to League One for the first time in 30 years.

The statement added: “We could not have asked for a better man to understand what it takes to be the manager of Luton Town, a man who has acted as an ambassador for the club and community under the glare of the world media.”

Luton have won just seven of their 26 league matches this season, including nine successive away defeats.

We can confirm that Rob Edwards has resigned from his role as manager by mutual consent.

— Luton Town FC (@LutonTown) January 9, 2025

Chief executive Gary Sweet said: “As with all decisions to part ways with a manager, this was a difficult decision to make, along with Rob, who has conducted himself with great professionalism and dignity during his two years at the club, and again this week as we really came to a common conclusion.

“Rob gave us some of our best days celebrating as Hatters. Those two derby wins at Kenilworth Road, the play-off final at Wembley and our season in the Premier League will live with us forever, earning Rob legendary status.

“The results this season, especially away from home, have clearly not been acceptable and while we have supported Rob and his team in every way we can, we all felt that action was needed to put this right with 20 more league games to go.

“It is typical of Rob’s humility that he has recognized this himself and leaves not only as a former manager, but as a trusted friend who has left a mark on every player and staff member.

“Rob and his family will always be welcome visitors to Kenilworth Road. The door is always open. On behalf of the management, I would like to thank him from the bottom of my heart for two years of tireless work and so many memories, wishing him much success in his future career.”