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Former Chelsea coach Clement sacked by Reading

After less than nine months in charge, a man who previously worked alongside Carlo Ancelotti has left his position with the Championship strugglers

Reading have parted company with manager Paul Clement, the Championship club announced on Thursday.

Clement arrived at the Madejski Stadium in late March and successfully steered the Royals away from relegation to the third tier.

However, Reading's struggles have continued in 2018-19, the announcement coming with the club only sitting outside the bottom three on goal difference.

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A run of just two wins in 11 has contributed to that perilous position, prompting Reading to act.