Premier League club Portsmouth have sacked their manager Tony Adams as the club struggle to sustain their top flight status this season.
Adams succeeded Harry Redknapp as the Pompey manager in October last year but has struggled to manager. Earlier he was working as an assistant to Redknapp, who is now managing north London club Tottenham Hotspur.
Along with Adams, first team coach Jonny Metgod has also been relieved of his duties. It is believed that Paul Hart, the director of youth operation, will now take charge of the club.
A spokesman told the club’s official website, “This has been a very difficult decision and Tony has worked tirelessly to arrest the slump in form.
“He is rightfully highly-respected within the football world and played a major role in our FA Cup triumph last season. We would like to thank him and John and wish them well in the future.
“The owner and the board feel they have been as supportive as they can during a period where results have been poor. The team has played well but too many points have been dropped from winning positions.
“The priority is for Portsmouth Football Club to remain in the top flight and we feel the appointment of a new manager will give us the best opportunity.
“Paul Hart knows the football club, having joined us nearly two years ago, and is a respected coach with managerial experience.”