There are reports Fabio Capello has terminated his contract with Russia by mutual consent.

The relationship between Coach and Federation was increasingly strained and recent poor results, including a home defeat to Austria, prompted a rethink.

It was rumoured earlier today that 69-year-old Capello would resign to make way for Leonid Slutsky.

There are reports Fabio Capello has terminated his contract with Russia by mutual consent.

The relationship between Coach and Federation was increasingly strained and recent poor results, including a home defeat to Austria, prompted a rethink.

It was rumoured earlier today that 69-year-old Capello would resign to make way for Leonid Slutsky.

According to Sky Sport Italia, the former Juventus, Milan, Roma and England manager has reached an agreement to terminate the contract by mutual consent.

It won’t be made official until Wednesday.

Capello took over the Russian team in July 2012, signing a contract that earned €7m a year plus bonuses.

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