'It's been an honour' - Sam Allardyce departs Leeds United by mutual consent following Premier League relegation

Sam Allardyce’s spell as Leeds United manager is over after his departure by mutual consent was confirmed following the club’s relegation from the Premier League. The former England boss was drafted in to try and rescue the Yorkshire club from the drop with four matches remaining, but they finished 19th when the season ended on Sunday.

Ad “It has been an honour to manage Leeds United, a great club with an incredible fan base, who deserve to be in the Premier League,” said Allardyce. Premier LeagueGracia sacked, Allardyce appointed as new Leeds boss03/05/2023 AT 09:33 “I have really enjoyed working with the staff and players at the club and I would like to thank Angus Kinnear for the opportunity.

I’d also like to highlight the outstanding work of Karl Robinson and Robbie Keane who have worked tirelessly over the past few weeks." Allardyce picked up one point from his four games in charge, a 2-2 draw against Newcastle United. Leeds still stood an outside chance of survival on the final day, but a 4-1 defeat at home to Tottenham confirmed their demotion.

Everton survive, Leeds and Leicester down, Villa in Europe on final day in Premier League Inter Miami sack Neville as Beckham makes 'toughest decision' Transfer news LIVE — Kane only wants Man Utd move, Maguire offered in Mount bid It ended a three-year spell in the top flight for the Elland Road club, who will be joined by Leicester City and Southampton in dropping down a tier next season. “At this stage in my career I am not sure taking on this challenge, which is potentially a long-term project, is something I could commit to, but I wish the club every success for the future and hope the club returns to the Premier League, where they belong,” Allardyce added.