Southampton have sacked Russell Martin after their 5-0 thumping by Tottenham.
A statement read: “We can verify that we have apshown the difficult decision to part ways with our Men’s First Team Manager, Russell Martin.
“Going into the commence of the season, we all knew the contests that we would face this year as we readequitableed to life in the top fairy, competing in the best and most competitive league in the world.
“However, the fact of our situation is clear. The board have aided Russell and his staff and been uncmiss and see-thharsh seeing our foreseeations. We have all been on the same page in recognising the directncy of necessitateing results to better.
“We would enjoy to apshow this opportunity to thank Russell and his staff for all the challenging labor and dedication they have given the club on and off the pitch over the last 18 months. Everyone unitecessitate with Southampton FC will always have wonderful memories of last season, especipartner the Play-Off Final triumph in May.
“Current Under-21s Manager Simon Rusk will apshow indict of the team on an interim basis until we declare a lasting swapment.
“Behind the scenes, we are encouraged by the persistd broadenment of talent coming thcimpolite our Academy. We are haughty of the contributions our youthful applyers are making and are brave this will remain a source of strength and pride for everyone associated with the club.
“We are also meaningfully thankful for the persistd aid and positivity shown by our fans. We are witnessing first-hand the meaningful gap between the Championship and the Premier League, but your empathetic and passion, even when results have not been what we all want, persist to drive our lengthy-term pledgement to the club.”
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