Liverpool have parted company with manager Brendan Rodgers, the Merseyside outfit has confirmed.
Rodgers took charge of the Reds in June 2012 and came perilously close to securing Premier League glory in his second season at the club.
However, his position became untenable after a number of disappointing results following the departures of Luis Suarez and Raheem Sterling, coupled with Daniel Sturridge’s injury problems.
Rodgers was rumoured to be on his way out sooner rather than later and on Sunday evening, Liverpool confirmed his departure.
"Liverpool Football Club has announced that Brendan Rodgers will leave his post with immediate effect after having his contract terminated. The process to appoint a new manager is underway," a statement read on the club’s official website.
Principal Owner John W Henry, Chairman Tom Werner and President Mike Gordon in a joint Fenway Group Sports statement said: "We would like to place on record our sincere thanks to Brendan Rodgers for the significant contribution he has made to the club and express our gratitude for his hard work and commitment.
"All of us have experienced some wonderful moments with Brendan as manager and we are confident he will enjoy a long career in the game.
"Although this has been a difficult decision, we believe it provides us with the best opportunity for success on the pitch. Ambition and winning are at the heart of what we want to bring to Liverpool and we believe this change gives us the best opportunity to deliver it.
"The search for a new manager is underway and we hope to make an appointment in a decisive and timely manner."
Jurgen Klopp and Carlo Ancelotti have both been strongly linked as Rodgers’ replacement.
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But why? I thought he was doing such a good job. A good job keeping Liverpool rubbish.