10 Facts About Dave Merrington

David Robert Merrington was born on 26 January 1945 and is an English former professional footballer, manager and commentator.

Dave Merrington served as a caretaker manager at Sunderland in 1978, and Leeds United in 1980.

Dave Merrington was manager of Southampton from 1995 until his dismissal in 1996.

Dave Merrington later worked as a commentator for BBC Radio Solent.

Dave Merrington played for Burnley, appearing in 98 league games, including a spell as captain.

Dave Merrington later played for Bristol City before retiring and going into coaching.

Dave Merrington was a brief caretaker manager for Sunderland following the departure of Jimmy Adamson in 1978, and in 1980 he again took over from Adamson as caretaker manager at Leeds United.

Dave Merrington was Premiership Manager of the Month in April 1996, his only full season in management.

Dave Merrington's next stop was a brief spell working as Walsall's first-team coach alongside manager Colin Lee in 2002, but later resigned for personal reasons.

Dave Merrington worked for BBC Radio Solent, commentating on Southampton matches.