Burkinshaw gives up Watford job

Burkinhaw has been with Watford since March 2005

Watford assistant manager Keith Burkinshaw has parted company with the club for family reasons.

The ex-Tottenham boss opted to leave in order to spend more time at home following a serious family illness.

Burkinshaw was appointed as Watford's assistant boss in March 2005 at the same time that Aidy Boothroyd was unveiled as the club's manager.

"It's a sad day for me that Keith has been forced to leave my side," Boothroyd told the club website.

"He has been, and will remain a dear and close friend, will always be welcomed back at Watford."