Just in: Leverkusen fires Erik ten Hag after three games

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Erik ten Hag’s time at Bayer Leverkusen has come to a swift end. Appointed as Xabi Alonso’s replacement earlier this summer, Ten Hag has lasted just three games in charge.

He won his opening match in the DFB-Pokal, but Leverkusen then lost their first Bundesliga game to Hoffenheim before most recently drawing 3-3 with 10-man Werder Bremen despite being 3-1 ahead at one stage.

The former Manchester United boss was appointed as Xabi Alonso’s replacement ahead of the 2025/26 season.

Leverkusen won their first match of the season in the DFB-Pokal but then lost their Bundesliga opener at home against Hoffenheim.

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They then blew a 3-1 lead to draw 3-3 against 10-man Werder Bremen on Saturday.

Leverkusen have undergone major upheaval over the summer, not only losing head coach Alonso but also several key players.

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