Leeds and Allardyce part ways after four matches

Soccereco, Staff Writer

Published: 11:00, 2 Jun 2023

Sam Allardyce departs Leeds United after four matches. The club and the coach will not continue together following their relegation to the Championship.

Allardyce stepped in to save Leeds from relegation. Initially, it was intended for him to only finish the season, but after the season, both parties engaged in discussions about a possible extended stay. However, Allardyce and Leeds have agreed that it is better to part ways, as confirmed by the club.

Allardyce is known for his ability to rescue struggling teams from relegation, as he successfully did with clubs like Bolton Wanderers and Sunderland. However, it did not work out for him at Leeds. The identity of Allardyce's successor is not yet known, but the name of Brendan Rodgers has been circulating at Elland Road. Leeds hopes to have a new manager in place within a few weeks.

Leeds finished this season in 19th place in the Premier League. Southampton will be relegated as the last-placed team, while Leicester City finished 18th and will also play in the Championship next year.