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Michael Laudrup manager of Swansea City signals during the Barclays Premier League match between West Ham United and Swansea City at Boleyn Ground on February 1, 2014 in London, England.
In a recent statement released by Michael Laudrup through the League Managers’ Association (LMA) , the Danish manager expressed his disappointment on the manner he was dismissed by Swansea City Football Club.
“I am deeply disappointed to have been dismissed as manager of Swansea City. In particular, the manner in which it happened and the actions the club has taken since notifying me in the briefest of letters which gave no reasons why such hasty and final action was deemed necessary,” said the 49-year old revealed.
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Laudrup was apparently not even allowed to bid goodbye to his former players after being banned by Swansea from visiting the training ground, and will be taking legal advice over the dismissal.
“I am, of course taking legal advice and the LMA have already written to the club asking for a proper explanation as to why I was summarily dismissed. Until we receive the response I am unable to say any more about the termination but I do want to take this early opportunity to thank the Swansea City fans for their continued support and say it has been an honour to manage this great football club.”
“The club has informed me that I cannot visit the training ground to say my farewells to the players so I do that now through this statement.”
“The players have been fantastic and their contribution under the very professional guidance of my coaching staff has been absolutely fundamental to the club’s recent successes. Three members of my staff have also been dismissed. Whilst league results have been disappointing of late, we are still 12th in the table and it is there for all to see the fine margins in the league this season in terms of points that separate 11 clubs.”
“Although we have been unfortunate with injuries, I believe our league form would have improved and that we would have benefited from the forthcoming Europa League and FA Cup matches.”
Laudrup led Swansea to their first trophy last season as well as to the 2nd round of the Europa league this season. However, Swansea have struggled to find consistency in the league.
