JUST IN: Everton sacks manager, Ronald Koeman

Everton FC on Monday sacked its manager, Ronald Koeman following Sunday’s 5-2 home defeat by Arsenal.

The 54-year-old Dutchman who guided Everton to seventh in his first season in charge last term — paid the price for a desperate start to the season despite having spent £140million in the close season.

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“Everton Football Club can confirm that Ronald Koeman has left the Club,” read the club statement.

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