Southampton have sacked Ralph Hasenhuttl a week before the Premier League breaks for the World Cup following Sunday’s 4-1 defeat to Newcastle.
Hasenhuttl, in charge of Saints since December 2018 and a survivor of two 9-0 defeats during his tenure, was relieved of his duties on Monday morning and departs with the club 18th in the table.
The Austrian led Southampton to a 15th-place finish last term, and the previous season got them to the semi-final of the FA Cup.
However, results this autumn have been on the slide with the team picking up just five points from a possible 27 since they beat Chelsea at the end of August.
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Southampton have confirmed that first team lead coach Ruben Selles will take interim charge until a permanent successor is found.
“Southampton football club can confirm it has parted company with men’s first team manager Ralph Hasenhuttl,” a club statement read.
“First team assistant coach Richard Kitzbichler has also today left the club.
“Hasenhuttl, who was appointed in December 2018, departs having made a significant contribution to the club, overseeing some memorable results and also playing a key role in the development of our club infrastructure, identity and playing squad.
“However, we now believe it is an appropriate time to make a change.
“Everyone involved with the club would like to express their sincere thanks to Ralph for all of his efforts, as well as the unwavering commitment he has shown throughout his time as manager.
“First team lead coach Ruben Selles will take charge of the side on an interim basis for our game on Wednesday night. The club will be announcing a permanent replacement in due course.”
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