Particle.news
Download on the App Store
14 ARTICLES
·
2w ago

Southampton Sack Ivan Juric Following Record-Quick Premier League Relegation

The club has appointed Simon Rusk as interim manager, with Adam Lallana assisting, while searching for a permanent replacement after the earliest relegation in league history.

Image
Soccer Football - Premier League - Tottenham Hotspur v Southampton - Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, Britain - April 6, 2025 Southampton manager Ivan Juric looks on REUTERS/David Klein EDITORIAL USE ONLY. NO USE WITH UNAUTHORIZED AUDIO, VIDEO, DATA, FIXTURE LISTS, CLUB/LEAGUE LOGOS OR 'LIVE' SERVICES. ONLINE IN-MATCH USE LIMITED TO 120 IMAGES, NO VIDEO EMULATION. NO USE IN BETTING, GAMES OR SINGLE CLUB/LEAGUE/PLAYER PUBLICATIONS. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR ACCOUNT REPRESENTATIVE FOR FURTHER DETAILS..

Overview

  • Southampton confirmed Ivan Juric's dismissal after their relegation from the Premier League was sealed with a 3-1 loss to Tottenham on April 6, 2025.
  • The team set a Premier League record for the earliest relegation, with seven matches still remaining in the season.
  • Juric's tenure lasted just 107 days, during which he managed only one league win and four points from 14 matches.
  • Simon Rusk has been appointed interim manager for the remainder of the season, with Adam Lallana assisting in coaching duties.
  • Southampton's technical director, Johannes Spors, is leading the search for a permanent head coach, with Danny Rohl reportedly a top candidate.