Mackay agrees settlement with Cardiff over sacking

Malky Mackay has dropped his legal claim against Cardiff having reached a settlement with the club.

The Scot launched a fight for compensation after he was axed in December with two-and-a-half years still remaining on his contract.

That came after a public fall-out with Cardiff's Malaysian owner Vincent Tan, who accused Mackay of overspending in the transfer market following the club's promotion to the Premier League.

In a conciliatory statement released through Slater & Gordon Lawyers, Mackay said: "Today I have reached a settlement agreement dropping all claims I have made against Cardiff City Football Club. I did not want to be in litigation and believe that it is in the best interests of all parties to have a clean break and move on."

It continued: "I have enjoyed my time at Cardiff City and I am most grateful to the board of Cardiff City and Vincent Tan for giving me the opportunity. The club's owner Mr Vincent Tan invested heavily in the club and supported our decisions in our push for promotion to the Premier League. Without him this would not have been possible.

"My thanks to all those at the club and the fans who have supported me during my time in Wales. If I have caused any offence to anyone during this time, especially to Vincent Tan, then I apologise without reservation.

"I wish everyone associated with Cardiff City FC all the best for the future and thank them for their support. I will not be commenting further on this matter."