Michael Duff: Swansea City sack head coach
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Swansea City have sacked head coach Michael Duff after less than six months in charge of the Championship club.
Duff leaves after a run of one win in eight matches and with Swansea sitting 18th in the table.
The 45-year-old had endured a difficult spell as Swansea boss, with the club struggling to find any consistency this season.
Martin Paterson has also left, with his fellow assistant head coach Alan Sheehan becoming caretaker boss.
Duff was booed by sections of Swansea’s support after last Saturday’s draw with Huddersfield.
Swansea City said in a statement that “the process to appoint a new head coach is already under way”.
Club chairman Andy Coleman said: “This was a very difficult decision and one that was given considerable thought and attention.
“I acknowledge that there has been a significant amount of change at the club, both on and off the pitch, during Michael’s tenure. I consistently asked for patience as we gave him time to implement his plans and bring the squad together.
“Unfortunately, we have seen neither the results that we expect nor the progress from the squad that we need. I believe it is now in the best interests of Swansea City to make a change of head coach.
“I have the greatest respect for Michael as a person and as a leader. I know how hard he and his staff have worked throughout this season for Swansea City.
“I want to personally thank Michael, Martin, and their families for the sacrifices they have made on behalf of this club and this city.
“I know that Michael will be successful in his next opportunity and on behalf of the board and the entire club, I wish him and Martin only the best in their future endeavors.
“I will learn from the experience of these last several months. My appreciation for how critical the Swansea identity is to this club has grown since the summer and it will be high in my mind as I make the decision on our new head coach.”
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