Ranieri become employed in October to replace Xisco Munoz after the Spaniard's dismissal. But the 70-year-vintage Italian become unable to enhance Watford's fortunes, with the Hornets taking just seven factors at some point of his quick reign. Just 112 days after his appointment, Ranieri paid the charge for Watford's droop into the relegation quarter following last week's three-0 defeat against relegation opponents Norwich.
"Watford Football Club confirms the departure of Head Coach Claudio Ranieri," a membership announcement stated. Watford are second backside of the desk, two factors from safety, after losing seven in their ultimate 8 league video games. They are with out a victory in 9 video games in all competitions, their longest winless run due to the fact that 2013.
Watford's proprietors, the Pozzo own family, felt they needed to act now to present the team a danger as they war to avoid relegation after ultimate season's advertising from the Championship. "The Hornets' Board recognises Claudio as a person of first rate integrity and honour, who will constantly be reputable here at Vicarage Road for his efforts in leading the crew with dignity," the announcement said.
"However the Board feels that, with nearly half of of the Premier League campaign ultimate, a trade within the Head Coach position now will supply a new appointment enough time to work with a skilled squad to gain the on the spot goal of maintaining Premier League popularity. No further membership comment might be made until this new appointment is confirmed in due direction."
