Coleman: Sacking was devastating

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The Welshman had been at the club for a decade as a player, coach and manager, but his tenure came to an end earlier this month following a poor run.

Coleman admits his departure came as a bolt from the blue, telling Sky Sports: "I am devastated to be honest. I had been at the club 10 years and I never really saw it coming, but they have got their decisions to make and their reasons and I am devastated."

He added: "Being somewhere for 10 years I know a lot of people at Fulham and I would be devastated if they went out of the league.

"I don't want to see them go out, I know the players in the dressing room and they are strong guys and that is what will see them through."

Coleman is set to take some time out before making a return to management.

"I will spend a little bit more time with my four children, I will spend some quality time with them," he added.

"I will enjoy a little break to make sure that when I do come back the batteries are recharged."