Former Coventry City player Craig Bellamy has stepped down from his role as a coach with Cardiff City's Academy.
A former young player has made allegations over bullying which Cardiff City are investigating and the former Wales international has today stepped down from his role.
Bellamy has issued the following press statement:
I understand the need for Cardiff City to undertake a full investigation in my response to these allegations and — at my own suggestion — I have temporarily removed myself from my coaching position in order to co-operate fully with the club’s inquiry.
Obviously, I am saddened both by the allegations and the manner in which they were made and I categorically refute them.
I fully expect to return to my coaching role and have sought legal advice as to my position. I will be making no further comment until the full investigation by the club has concluded.
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