Mansfield finance manager Sharon Roberts has signalled her intention to step down from the post in a surprise resignation at the club.Roberts, who also acts as club secretary at Field Mill, joined the club two years ago from Derby and has cited 'personal reasons' for her departure.

Roberts, who will leave the club at the end of May, told the club's official website: "It has been a difficult decision for me to make, but after 12 years in the football business I am ready to have some more 'me' time and to not be tied to working on Saturdays.

"A lot has happened in my personal life over the last 12 months that has made me re-evaluate what is important, and I feel that the time is right for me to spend more time with my friends and family."

Mansfield chief executive Stephen Booth said: "I am very disappointed to learn that Sharon has decided to resign but I totally concur with her reasons and, from personal experience, readily accept that there is more to life than work and that getting the correct work-life balance is essential.

"I would like to state that in my brief time with the club Sharon's enthusiasm, professionalism and commitment has been of the highest order and she will be sadly missed."

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