Scott Brown & Steven Whittaker Leave Ayr United by Mutual Consent
Ayr United confirms that Scott Brown and Steven Whittaker have left the club by mutual consent.
ayrunitedfc.co.ukScott Brown left Ayr United by mutual consent on March 29–30, 2026, after a poor run of form that included nine games without a win. Ayr United confirmed he departed alongside assistant Steven Whittaker, and BBC reported the team had slipped to sixth in the Scottish Championship and out of the play-off places.[3][4]
What happened
The club’s statement said Brown and Whittaker left by mutual consent, ending Brown’s spell at Somerset Park after just over two years. BBC’s report tied the exit to a 3-0 loss to Raith Rovers and a broader slump in results.[4][3]
Why it matters
Brown had initially stabilised Ayr and helped them to a third-place finish, but this season’s inconsistency erased their promotion push. The latest reporting suggests he is now likely to assess his next move in management rather than step away from football entirely.[1][3]
Current status
As of the latest reports, Ayr United had not yet named a long-term replacement, with coaching staff handling training in the interim.[2]