Leicester City Football Club has officially announced the departure of Steve Cooper as First Team Manager. The decision comes with immediate effect, marking the end of his tenure at the club.
Club Statement Confirms the Changes
In a statement released by the club, Leicester City confirmed the departures of Steve Cooper, along with Assistant Manager Alan Tate and First Team Coach and Analyst Steve Rands. The club expressed gratitude for their contributions:
> “Steve, Alan, and Steve depart with our thanks for their contribution during their time with the Club and with our best wishes for the future.”
Interim Management Team Announced
Until a new manager is appointed, First Team training will be overseen by Coach Ben Dawson, who will be supported by coaches Danny Alcock and Andy Hughes. The club assured fans that the recruitment process for a new manager is underway and will be concluded as soon as possible.
Key Details:
Immediate departures: Cooper, Tate, and Rands have all left their positions.
Interim coaches: Dawson, Alcock, and Hughes will manage training sessions.
Managerial search: The club aims to finalize a new appointment swiftly.
Cooper’s Tenure at Leicester City
Steve Cooper joined Leicester City with high expectations following his success at Nottingham Forest. However, his stint at Leicester did not yield the desired results, leading to this managerial shakeup.
Leicester City is entering a transitional phase as it searches for a new manager. While the departure of Steve Cooper marks the end of an era, the club is focused on finding the right leadership to steer the team forward. Fans will be eagerly awaiting updates on this critical decision as Leicester aims to stabilize its season.