Everton Women have parted company with manager Brian Sorensen with immediate effect.

Stephen Neligan and Ashley Tootle have also departed their roles with the Blues.

Everton CEO Angus Kinnear said: “We would like to thank Brian, Stephen and Ashley for their hard work and efforts in their time at the club.

“Sunday’s first win of the season at Goodison Park was important, but it has become evident that a change of direction is necessary to ensure the progression on the pitch we are all striving for.”

Everton Under-18s coach Scott Phelan will take charge of the women’s team for the remainder of the season as interim head coach. Scott will be assisted by Jennifer Foster and goalkeeping coach Ian McCaldon.

Phelan, 37, was a product of Everton’s Academy, captaining the club’s Under 18s and earning England caps at Under-16s, U17s and U18s level before a senior career in the game.

He has coached within Everton's Finch Farm Academy for more than 10 years, holding lead roles at various age levels, including the men's U18s and U23s.

Everton Women currently sit ninth in the Women's Super League table, four points above Liverpool, who are bottom.