Leeds United have ‘parted company’ with manager Marcelo Bielsa after a disastrous run of form which culminated in Saturday’s 4-0 home defeat by Tottenham.
‘This has been the toughest decision I have had to make during my tenure at Leeds United, taking into account all the success Marcelo has had at the club,’ said Leeds United chairman Andrea Radrizzani.
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‘With Marcelo as our head coach, we had three incredible campaigns and the good times returned to Elland Road. He changed the culture of the club and brought a winning mentality to us all.
‘However, I have to act in the best interest of the club and I believe a change is required now in order to secure our Premier League status. Recent results and performances have not met our expectations.
‘We find ourselves in a precarious league position and I feel now is the right time to bring in a new head coach, in order to have an impact in the decisive stage of the season.’
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The charismatic Argentine was adored by the Elland Road faithful for helping to transform the fortunes of one of English football’s sleeping giants.
Under Bielsa’s guidance, Leeds returned to the Premier League last season after 15-year absence and lit up the division with some devastating attacking football which saw the likes of Kalvin Phillips, Raphinha and Patrick Bamford earn significant plaudits.
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