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– Head coach Marcelo Bielsa has “parted company” with Leeds United after a run of poor form that saw his side suffer several heavy defeats.
– The 66-year-old Argentine, appointed in June 2018, leaves with the Whites two points above the relegation zone.
– Under Bielsa, Leeds finished ninth last season on their return to the Premier League after a 16-year absence.
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– But Saturday’s 4-0 defeat by Tottenham meant they had lost their past four games by an aggregate score of 17-2.
– “This has been the toughest decision I have had to make during my tenure at Leeds United, taking into account all the success Marcelo has had at the club,” said Leeds United chairman Andrea Radrizzani.
– “With Marcelo as our head coach, we had three incredible campaigns and the good times returned to Elland Road. He changed the culture of the club and brought a winning mentality to us all.
– “However, I have to act in the best interest of the club and I believe a change is required now in order to secure our Premier League status. Recent results and performances have not met our expectations.
– “We find ourselves in a precarious league position and I feel now is the right time to bring in a new head coach, in order to have an impact in the decisive stage of the season.”
