Liverpool has relieved Brendan Rodgers of his managerial duty after their 1-1 draw with Everton in Sunday afternoon’s Merseyside derby.
The draw meant the Reds are with just one win in their last nine games and that ultimately brought his time as manager at Anfield to an end.
Liverpool made the announcement in a statement on the club’s official website which was released at 6.30pm on Sunday.
Rogers was informed of his contract termination over the phone by the club’s owners some time after the game. He then agreed to meet with chief executive Ian Ayre.
Liverpool’s Principal owner John W Henry confirmed the sack saying: “We would like to place on record our sincere thanks to Brendan Rodgers for the significant contribution he has made to the club and express our gratitude for his hard work and commitment.
“All of us have experienced some wonderful moments with Brendan as manager and we are confident he will enjoy a long career in the game.
“Although this has been a difficult decision, we believe it provides us with the best opportunity for success on the pitch.
“Ambition and winning are at the heart of what we want to bring to Liverpool and we believe this change gives us the best opportunity to deliver it.
“The search for a new manager is underway and we hope to make an appointment in a decisive and timely manner.”
