‘Yano’ is leaving Mo after a decade
Iain Campbell is leaving Montrose this summer after a decade of service as both a player and coach.
The 40-year-old, better known as ‘Yano’, arrived at Links Park from Forfar Athletic, in 2016, being reunited with brother Ross.
Campbell brought a wealth of knowledge and experience that proved crucial when Stewart Petrie’s side lifted the League Two title in 2018.
A year later the defender began the transition into a post-playing career, moving seamlessly into a player/coach role.
After notching up 106 appearances for Montrose, the boots were hung up in 2022 as Campbell’s entire focus shifted to being part of the management team.
Petrie said: “Yano has been outstanding for us over the last 10 years both on and off the pitch.
"Having been close friends with the Campbell family for many years, it was great for me to have both Ross and Yano here as players when I first arrived.
“In my first full year in charge, Yano played a pivotal role in our championship win with his experience, dead ball delivery, versatility, character, and dressing room influence across his 42 appearances that season.
“In the years that followed he steadily moved into his coaching role, to which he brings his unique energy, passion and humour.
"I am grateful and have thoroughly enjoyed working with Yano, both as a player and a coach and sincerely thank him for an incredible decade of service.”
Club chairman Peter Stuart added: “Few individuals have played such an important role in one of the most successful periods in our history.
"Whether as a player, coach, or mentor, Yano has represented Montrose with professionalism and a genuine passion for helping the club progress.
“While it is always difficult to say goodbye to someone who has given so much, we do so with immense gratitude and respect.”