Aston Villa have sacked former Lazio and Italy player Roberto Di Matteo, after just 124 days in charge.
The club, who were relegated from the Premier League last season, released a statement this morning to confirm the news after a run of poor results.
“Aston Villa Football Club has today parted company with manager Roberto Di Matteo.”
“The Club decided to act following a run of disappointing results which has the left the team occupying 19th position in the Championship.”
Aston Villa have sacked former Lazio and Italy player Roberto Di Matteo, after just 124 days in charge.
The club, who were relegated from the Premier League last season, released a statement this morning to confirm the news after a run of poor results.
“Aston Villa Football Club has today parted company with manager Roberto Di Matteo.”
“The Club decided to act following a run of disappointing results which has the left the team occupying 19th position in the Championship.”
“The Club would like to place on record its appreciation to Roberto for all his efforts in helping rebuild the squad and wish him well for the future.”
The Swiss-born Coach, who made 34 appearances for Italy as a player, will now look for a new club after spending last season at Bundesliga side Schalke 04.