Peter Taylor has relinquished his role as coach of the England
Under 21 team.
Taylor had been combining the post with his duties as manager of
Crystal Palace, but feels he is no longer able to juggle the
demands of the two positions.
In November, he was forced to miss the Under 21s' friendly against
Holland to concentrate on his commitments with Palace.
His decision means The Football Association is now looking for a
coach to lead the youngsters at the European Under 21 Championship
in Holland in the summer.
Reports have suggested the likes of Steve Round, Stuart Pearce and
Steve Tilson are under consideration by The FA.
When Taylor skipped the autumn match with Holland, Sammy Lee took
caretaker charge and he has previously admitted he would be
interested in the job, if it became a full-time post.
Lee is currently Sam Allardyce's assistant at Bolton Wanderers, but
could be tempted by the Under 21 job.
Taylor was in his second spell in charge of England's youngsters
after returning to the role in 2004, having previously been in
control between 1996 and 1999.