Humiliated on their lawn by Tottenham (0-5), Southampton announced that they were parting ways with their coach Russell Martin.
It was undoubtedly one defeat too many. With 5 points in 16 days, promoted Southampton are the bottom of the Premier League. At 9 points from the first non-relegation place (Leicester), The Saints are in a difficult position to maintain their position. His latest setback (0-5 against Tottenham) marked the end of Russell Martin’s adventure. The Scot, who arrived in June 2023, took Southampton to the Premier League after winning the Championship accession final.
“We can confirm that we have made the difficult decision to part ways with our men’s first team manager, Russell Martin.”wrote the «Saints» in a press release. Under-21 coach Simon Rusk will take over as interim coach “until a permanent replacement is announced”said the club.
“Before the start of the season, we were all aware of the challenges we would face this year in readjusting to life in the elite, in the best and most competitive league in the world”continued the club in its press release. “However, the reality of our situation is clear” et “we were all on the same page in recognizing the urgency of improving outcomes”it is written.
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