Former Watford chief executive Mark Ashton has resigned from his new club Wycombe Wanderers just four months after joining the club.

Ashton has left with immediate effect, stating he wants a career outside of football.

The former West Bromwich Albion goalie left Watford in December following chairman Graham Simpson’s departure at the club’s EGM in the same month.

Ashton pleaded with Wycombe fans to judge him on what he did at Adams Park, rather than on his time with the Hornets.

But he told the Bucks Free Press he had taken the decision to resign after lengthy discussions with his family, who are still based in Worcester.

He said: "I've been in football for the majority of my life and now feel it is time to do something different.

"I've had a number of highs and lows in football and regard my short time at Wycombe some of the most enjoyable.

"I have a new baby daughter and intend to spend the summer at home with my family before deciding on my next career move."

Speaking to the Bucks Free Press this afternoon, managing director Steve Hayes said: "I'm disappointed that Mark has gone but I understand and fully respect his decision."

Hayes added that the club are not looking to immediately replace him.