Steve Cooper: Leicester sack manager after just five months in charge

Leicester have sacked manager Steve Cooper after just five months in charge following Saturday's 2-1 home defeat to Chelsea.

The former Nottingham Forest boss joined the Foxes on a three-year contract in June but was sacked after five games without a win in all competitions.

Leicester's home defeat to Chelsea on Saturday left the promoted side 16th, two points above the relegation zone.

A statement from Leicester said: “Leicester City Football Club has parted ways with Steve Cooper, who is leaving his position as first-team manager with immediate effect.

“Assistant manager Alan Tate and first-team coach and analyst Steve Rands have also left the Club. Steve, Alan and Steve leave with our thanks for their contribution during their time at the Club and with our best wishes for the future.

“The men's first team training will be overseen by coach Ben Dawson, supported by coaches Danny Alcock and Andy Hughes, as the club begins the process of appointing a new manager, which we hope to complete as soon as possible rounds.”