Leicester City has terminated the contract of manager Steve Cooper after a mere five months at the helm, following a 2-1 loss at home to Chelsea on Saturday.
The former Nottingham Forest manager commenced his tenure with the Foxes on a three-year contract in June, but has been relieved of his duties after a series of five consecutive matches without a victory across all competitions.
The recent home loss to Chelsea positioned Leicester, the newly-promoted side, in 16th place, merely two points clear of the relegation zone.
A Leicester statement read: “Leicester City Football Club has parted company with Steve Cooper, who leaves his position as first team manager with immediate effect.
“Assistant manager Alan Tate and first team coach and analyst Steve Rands have also left the Club. Steve, Alan and Steve depart with our thanks for their contribution during their time with the Club and with our best wishes for the future.
“Men’s first team training will be overseen by first team coach Ben Dawson, supported by coaches Danny Alcock and Andy Hughes, as the club begins the process of appointing a new manager, which we hope to conclude as soon as possible.”
