FC Barcelona have sacked their coach Ronald Koeman following Wednesday’s 1-0 LaLiga defeat to Rayo Vallecano as the club suffered their third loss in their last four league games.
The Dutch man’s position at the club had been seriously weakened after poor results before the October international break, with back-to-back defeats against Real Madrid and Rayo this week proving the tipping point.
His shocking sack came moments after tonight’s defeat to Rayo Vallecano, where the club released a statement on its official website.
The Statement Read: “Barcelona has relieved Ronald Koeman of his duties as first team coach. The president of the club, Joan Laporta, informed him of the decision after the defeat against Rayo Vallecano. Ronald Koeman will say goodbye to the squad on Thursday at the Ciutat Esportiva.
“FC Barcelona wishes to thank him for his service to the Club and wishes him all the best in his professional career.”
Barcelona occupies the 9th place in the league on 15 points, and are next in action against Deportivo Alaves at home on Saturday.