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Barcelona legend and Premier League flop SACKED after just six months in charge of Adana Demirspor despite his side sitting fifth in the league and having more wins than losses

A Barcelona legend, and former Premier League flop, has been sacked from his role as head coach just six motnhs after taking over.

Not many players can make the successful transition into management after hanging up their boots, and it looks like this has been proven once again.

Back in June, Patrick Kluivert was appointed head coach of Adana Demisrpor in the Turkish top flight.

However, after nine wins, six draws and five defeats in 20 matches, he has lost his job at the club.

An official statement read: 'By mutual agreement, we have parted ways with our Coach Patrick Kluivert.