Blackwell set to move on after resolving issues at Bramall Lane

The former Sheffield United manager Kevin Blackwell does not expect to be out of a job for too long after settling "all issues in relation to his departure from the club".

Blackwell, who left Bramall Lane by mutual consent following last month's 3-0 home defeat to QPR after a miserable start to the season, expressed his disappointment at departing just three games into the new season. The 51-year-old said: "It's obviously very disappointing to have left United, but I thoroughly enjoyed my time with the club and feel I made a positive contribution while I was there.

"Now that we have reached a resolution, I can look forward to returning to management in the not too distant future." Blackwell, a Uefa Pro Licence holder – the highest technical qualification in the game – was replaced at Bramall Lane by his coach Gary Speed.

A statement from the League Managers Association said: "The League Managers Association can confirm that Kevin Blackwell and Sheffield United Football Club have settled all issues in relation to his departure from the club on August 14, 2010."