Former Burnley boss Sean Dyche has been sacked by Nottingham Forest after just 116 days in the job.
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The 54-year-old becomes the third head coach to be potted by Angelos Marinakis this season after Nuno Espirito Santo and Ange Postecoglou were also sent their marching orders.
It comes after Forest were held to a 0-0 draw at home to bottom side Wolves last night, which leaves them hovering nervously, three points above the dropzone.
Burnley also cut the gap to nine points following their dramatic comeback win against Crystal Palace.
"Nottingham Forest Football Club can confirm that Sean Dyche has been relieved of his duties as head coach,” the club said in a statement.
“We would like to thank Sean and his staff for their efforts during their time at the club and we wish them the best of luck for the future.
"We will be making no further comment at this time.”
Dyche spent just 116 days in the City Ground hotseat (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)placeholder image
Dyche spent just 116 days in the City Ground hotseat (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)
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Dyche, who was joined by his long-time assistant Ian Woan, only arrived at the City Ground in October.
It was a dream job for the former Clarets chief, given he came through the youth ranks with the East Midlands outfit.
Dyche had 22 league games in charge, taking 18 points. He also guided Forest into Europa League play-off round, where they will face Fenerbahce over two legs, with the first game in Istanbul next week.
When he took over, Forest were two points adrift of safety, whereas they’re now three points clear. But a run of three games without a win has seen Marinakis act.
Former Wolves boss Vitor Pereira is reportedly a contender to take over.
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