Premier league sees Its second managerial sacking of the season. Not even a third of the season has passed, and the Premier League has witnessed another managerial departure. After Erik ten Hag, Steve Cooper has become the latest casualty, sacked by Leicester City today. The experienced Welshman paid the price for a run of four consecutive defeats across all competitions, three of which came against members of the “Big Six.” The final blow came in a loss to the season’s surprise package, Nottingham Forest—his former club. We have parted company with Steve Cooper, who leaves his position as First Team Manager with immediate effect.— Leicester City (@LCFC) November 24, 2024 This match marked the beginning of Leicester’s downward spiral, which was followed by defeats to Manchester United (in both the League Cup and the Premier League) and a loss to Chelsea at the King Power Stadium on Saturday. Leicester’s management decided enough was enough, opting to act before the situation spiraled further out of control. As a result, Cooper has been dismissed after just 14 matches, five months after being hired to replace Enzo Maresca. This marks Cooper’s second sacking in less than a year, following his dismissal by Nottingham Forest in December last year. Before his time at Forest, Cooper managed Swansea City and worked with England’s youth teams and Liverpool’s academy. His next move is unclear, as is the identity of his successor at the King Power Stadium. After 12 rounds, Leicester sits 16th in the Premier League with 10 points, one fewer than Ipswich Town, who are just below the relegation line. First team coach Ben Dawson will take temporary charge while the club conclude the search for a successor. ##NAJAVA_MECA_8519606##
