Leicester City have sacked manager Steve Cooper.
The Foxes have relieved Cooper of his duties following Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Chelsea, just five months after hiring the 44-year-old. Assistant manager Alan Tate and first-team coach and analyst Steve Rands have also left the club.
Leicester are currently sitting in 16th place in the Premier League following their promotion to the top flight, collecting 10 points from their opening 12 matches.
The club are without a win in five matches in all competitions, conceding a worrying 14 goals in that period, and are just two points clear of the relegation zone.
"Leicester City Football Club has parted company with Steve Cooper, who leaves his position as First Team Manager with immediate effect," a club statement read.
"Assistant Manager Alan Tate and First Team Coach and Analyst Steve Rands have also left the Club. Steve, Alan and Steve depart with our thanks for their contribution during their time with the Club and with our best wishes for the future.
"Men’s First Team training will be overseen by First Team Coach Ben Dawson, supported by coaches Danny Alcock and Andy Hughes, as the Club begins the process of appointing a new manager, which we hope to conclude as soon as possible."
Cooper, who signed a three-year deal in June, replaced the outgoing Enzo Maresca in the summer after the latter's move to Chelsea.
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