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24.11.2024

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Leicester

Leicester sack Steve Cooper after five months on the job

Leicester City sacked head coach Steve Cooper just five months after his appointment. The team, which returned to the Premier League last season, is in 16th place, being only two points away from the relegation zone. The club management expressed dissatisfaction not only with the results, but also with the atmosphere in the team, where friction between the players has increased.

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Reasons for dismissal

  1. 1. Poor results: Leicester had only two wins in 12 matches under Cooper.
  2. 2. Problems within the team: Players used to Enzo Maresca's more attacking style were unhappy with Cooper's pragmatic approach.
  3. 3. Historical lessons: After last season's relegation, the management decided to act faster to avoid a repeat of last year's scenario.

Who will replace Cooper?

Leicester are planning to appoint a new coach in time for the next game against Brentford. Among the potential candidates mentioned are:

  • - Graham Potter - ex-Brighton and Chelsea coach.
  • - Ruud van Nistelrooy - interested in a head coaching role after leaving Manchester United.
  • - Carlos Corberan - West Brom mentor considered back in the summer.

Cooper's previous management

Cooper joined Leicester after successful stints with Nottingham Forest and Swansea City. However, his background at rival club Forest initially caused skepticism amongst fans. Despite recognizing the difficulty of the task, Cooper failed to prove his worth.

What's next for Leicester?

Leicester will face an important series of games against Brentford, West Ham and Brighton that could determine their future for the season. The decision to sack the coach highlights the club's willingness to make urgent changes for the sake of retaining their place in the Premier League.

Conclusion Cooper's sacking was an attempt to rebuild the team and give fans back hope for a successful season. The new coach will get a chance to rethink his approach to games and improve the club's results.

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