Birmingham City have terminated the contract of manager Wayne Rooney with immediate effect. The club has confirmed the decision following a string of poor results under his leadership.
Rooney’s tenure at Birmingham City saw the team fail to secure victory in 13 out of 15 matches. This disappointing performance led the club to conclude that a change in management was necessary.
The official statement from Birmingham City expressed regret that Rooney’s period as manager did not unfold as anticipated. The club acknowledged the need to pursue a new direction in light of the recent outcomes.
Club Statement on Rooney’s Departure
The club’s announcement highlighted the unfortunate nature of the decision but emphasized the importance of responding to the lackluster results. The statement read, “Unfortunately, Wayne’s time with us did not go as planned and we have decided to move in a different direction.”
As of now, Birmingham City has not announced a successor for the managerial position. The search for a new manager to lead the team is expected to commence immediately.