SOUTHAMPTON HAVE CONFIRMED that Claude Puel has been sacked as manager after just one season at the helm.
The former Lyon boss took the club to eighth in the Premier League in 2016-17 and guided the side to the EFL Cup final. But Southampton decided on Wednesday that his tenure would come to an end.
A statement from the club reads: “Southampton Football Club can today confirm that it has terminated the contract of Claude Puel with immediate effect.
“Everyone at Southampton would like to express our thanks to Claude for his hard work and commitment this year. The highlight of the season was a memorable day at Wembley in the EFL Cup Final, a day our fans will always treasure. We wish Claude well for the future.
“The search for a new management team is underway. We are confident that we will find the right fit in line with the long term vision of the club.”
Puel was on a three-year deal, while his replacement will be Southampton’s fourth manager in just over three years.
Very sad! RIP
Who the hell gives that comment a thumb down. Idiots.
I think it’s accidental when your scrolling.
As a Kerryperson, can I add my sympathy to his Family and his GAA Family too.
I knew him for thirty years and he was always the perfect gentleman.
We had some great texts back and forth over recent years , with the successes of our respective County Teams , but he was so rightly proud of his County Hurlers too .
His good humour will be so missed everywhere – RIP.
Great servant to Dublin Gaa. He’ll be missed. Condolences to his family and loved ones.
A great Dublin GAA man. Rest well.
RIP.
Very sad news. RIP.
A long time Friend for over 30yrs.
& a true Gentleman & Sportsman.
A super servant to Dublin GAA, and a gentleman my condolences and thoughts are with his Family, Friends and club.
RIP, great GAA Man
Ar dheis Dè go raibh a anam. RIP
Deepest sympathy to the Kettle family and everyone involved with Dublin Gaa and everyone in Fingal Ravens Gaa club.
Brian Carroll
Secretary
Roscommon GAA
May he rest in peace, 68 is so young to pass away these days.
Was he sick or die suddenly? How old was he?
Sorry, see illness now
Lord rest andy, a true gentlemen, prayers to the family
Had the pleasure of working with Andy in the Irish Times during the 80s .. A true gentleman .RIP Andy
He reminds me of ronnie barker
Brendan. I think so too. May he rest in peace.
R.I.P. Andy. I have a funny feeling that there could be some Dublin GAA memories getting shared up above today between Heffo & Andy
Rest in peace. Dublin Handball