The reason for Dean Austin leaving St Albans City has become apparent - after he was named head of recruitment at Coventry City.

The 52-year-old announced he would be leaving his director of football role at Clarence Park last week, with the only mention of his next destination being he was ready to "embark on my next challenge".

And that will be at the Championship Sky Blues, where he will "spearhead City’s transfer activities".

Speaking on the club website, manager Mark Robins said: "We are delighted to welcome Dean to Coventry City.

"He brings a wealth of experience across football to the club in what will be an important role for us both in the short-term, looking to the January transfer window, and longer-term as we look to continue the development of our football club and team, as we have done over the last few years.

"The recruitment of players and having the right processes in place to do so is very important and we look forward to working closely with Dean in this area."