Bayer Leverkusen have officially sacked manager Erik ten Hag, with the decision confirmed by the club’s hierarchy on Monday morning. The Dutch coach was informed of the development earlier today, ending his short stint in charge of the Bundesliga side.

Ten Hag’s dismissal comes after a difficult start to life at the BayArena, where he failed to secure a win in his opening matches and oversaw a dramatic collapse in the team’s recent fixtures. Pressure had been mounting in recent weeks, with fans and pundits questioning his tactics and inability to steady results.

Leverkusen are now expected to move swiftly in appointing a successor as they look to salvage their season and keep their domestic and European ambitions alive. An interim coach is likely to be announced in the coming days while the club finalises a long-term replacement.