Southampton part ways with Head Coach after woeful defeat to Newcastle
Southampton has announced the sacking of their Head Coach, Ralph Hasenhüttl, a club statement said on Monday.
Saints announced this morning that his assistant, Richard Kitzbichler also left the club.
The statement reads;
“Southampton Football Club can confirm it has parted company with Men’s First Team Manager Ralph Hasenhüttl.
“First Team Assistant Coach Richard Kitzbichler has also today left the club.
“Hasenhüttl, who was appointed in December 2018, departs having made a significant contribution to the club, overseeing some memorable results and also playing a key role in the development of our club infrastructure, identity and playing squad.
“However, we now believe it is an appropriate time to make a change.
“Everyone involved with the club would like to express their sincere thanks to Ralph for all of his efforts, as well as the unwavering commitment he has shown throughout his time as manager.
“First Team Lead Coach Rubén Sellés will take charge of the side on an interim basis for our game on Wednesday night. The club will be announcing a permanent replacement in due course
Southampton lie 18th in the Premier League table having lost six of their last nine games with Sunday’s woeful performance proving to much to accommodate.
The Saints face Sheffield Wednesday in Wednesday’s Carabao Cup third-round tie before a trip to Liverpool on Saturday.
