One of Leeds United’s main rivals in the relegation battle have parted company with their manager.
Leicester City have confirmed they have ‘mutually agreed’ to a parting of ways with Brendan Rodgers after the Foxes suffered a dramatic late defeat at Crystal Palace on Saturday afternoon. The two sides looked to be heading for a share of the points when a Daniel Iversen own goal cancelled out an opener from Leicester defender Ricardo Pereira.
However, Rodgers’ side were left empty-handed by an injury-time winner from Eagles forward Jean-Philippe Mateta that brought down the curtain on the former Celtic manager’s reign at the King Power Stadium. The news of his departure was officially confirmed on Sunday afternoon as Foxes chairman Aiyawatt Srivaddhanaprabha revealing his disappointment over their performances so far this season.
In a statement, he added: “It had been our belief that continuity and stability would be key to correcting our course, particularly given our previous achievements under Brendan’s management. Regrettably, the desired improvement has not been forthcoming and, with 10 games of the season remaining, the board is compelled to take alternative action to protect our Premier League status. The task ahead of us in our final 10 games is clear. We now need to come together - fans, players and staff - and show the poise, quality and fight to secure our position as a Premier League club.”
A number of eye-catching names have already been linked with the role with former Newcastle United and Aston Villa managers set to be among the leading contenders.
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Several eye-catching names are believed to be among the frontrunners to replace Brendan Rodgers at Leicester City
2. Ralph Hasenhuettl - 16/1
The former Southampton manager is out of work and would be available. Photo: Steve Bardens
3. Paulo Fonseca - 14/1
The former Roma manager is currently in charge of Ligue 1 club Lille as they challenge for a place in European competition next season. Photo: Getty Images
4. Vincent Kompany - 12/1
The Belgian is on the brink of securing promotion into the Premier League after impressing in his first season in charge of Championship leaders Burnley. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
5. Andre Villas Boas - 12/1
The former Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur manager was in charge of Ligue 1 club Marseille until February 2021 but has been out of work for the last two years. Photo: Getty Images
6. Thomas Frank - 10/1
The Brentford boss has produced miracles with the Bees as they challenge for an unlikely place in Europe this season. Photo: Justin Setterfield