Millwall CEO Andy Ambler will be leaving the club to take up a new role with the Football Association.

Ambler has worked at the Den for nearly 10 years and chairman John Berylson told the official website: “Whilst it will naturally be a blow to lose Andy, it is no surprise that the FA have chosen him to take on this important new role.

“He has been invaluable to me personally and to the board over these past 10 years, and under his guidance Millwall Football Club has enjoyed significant success both on and off the pitch.

“His will be some very big shoes to fill, but we already have a first class replacement lined up who I am confident will build on all the good work Andy has done.

“On behalf of everyone connected with Millwall I would like to thank Andy for his efforts and wish him all the very best for the future. I sincerely hope we see him back at The Den from time to time in the future.”

Ambler, who will join the FA in October as head of professional game relations, added: “Firstly, I would like to thank John, the other directors and all the staff at Millwall for the help and support they have given me during the last decade.

“I have enjoyed my time at Millwall immensely and wish everyone at the club and the fans every success going forward.

“I will be working tirelessly to ensure that the transition period leading to the arrival of my successor is a smooth one. The club is in a very healthy state with an excellent chairman who remains as dedicated and committed as ever.

“Under the management of Neil Harris this exciting young Millwall squad has the potential to return to the Championship in the foreseeable future and I will continue to follow the club's fortunes with great interest.

“In terms of my new position at The FA, it is one I am excited about and I look forward to a fresh challenge.”

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