Brighton Women manager Jens Scheuer leaves his position at the club

Jens Scheuer has left his role as Brighton Women manager by mutual consent after just two months in charge.

The Seagulls appointed Scheuer in December after a lengthy search following the sacking of Hope Powell in October.

Scheuer took charge of just six matches, which included a 6-2 thrashing by Aston Villa and a 3-0 defeat against bottom-of-the-table Leicester.

‘Together with Jens we've not reached this decision lightly," said Brighton technical director and former Everton defender David Weir.

‘And while we appreciate he has given his all in the role this feels like the right step forward for all parties involved.

Amy Merricks, who was interim manager during the spell between Powell and Scheuer, will take charge of the team for Wednesday's WSL trip to Chelsea and will be supported by Perry Northeast.

Brighton are just two points off the bottom of the table but have two games in-hand.

Scheuer’s departure is the fastest in WSL history, with the German in-charge for just 65 days.

He managed just one point from this three league games but did win his two FA Cup matches.