adminLONDON. — Aitor Karanka was sacked as Middlesbrough manager yesterday as the English Premier League soccer strugglers made a last-ditch bid to avoid relegation.
Karanka paid the price for Middlesbrough’s slump into the relegation zone after a miserable run of 10 league games without a win.
“Both parties have agreed that it is in the best interests of the club to make this change,” a statement on Middlesbrough’s website read.
“The club would like to thank Aitor for all his hard work over the past three and a half years and for the success we’ve had during that time. We wish him all the best for the future.”
Karanka’s assistant Steve Agnew steps up to take control of first-team affairs ahead of Sunday’s league clash against Manchester United.
A tame 2-0 FA Cup quarter-final loss at home to Manchester City last weekend proved Karanka’s last match in charge of Middlesbrough, who are currently second bottom of the Premier League table.
“I’d like to thank Middlesbrough for a wonderful opportunity and the players, staff and all the people at the club who I have worked with. I’d also like to thank the fans for their support,” Karanka said. — AFP.
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