Leicester City announced Tuesday that manager Nigel Pearson has been "relieved of his duties" and will depart the club for a second time.
The Foxes confirmed the news on Twitter:
BREAKING: Leicester City has today relieved its First Team Manager, Nigel Pearson, of his duties. More follows… #lcfc pic.twitter.com/yD6HZq99j1
— Leicester City (@OfficialFOXES) June 30, 2015
Leicester expanded on their decision in a statement on their official website, saying:
The Board of Directors recognises the success Nigel has helped to bring to Leicester City during his two spells in charge of the Club, particularly during the last three and a half years.