Paul Lambert leaves Stoke City by mutual consent
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Updated 18/05/2018 at 21:20 GMT
Manager Paul Lambert has left Stoke City by mutual consent after they were relegated from the Premier League, the club announced on Friday.
Paul Lambert, Manager of Stoke City reacts during the Premier League match between Stoke City and Crystal Palace at Bet365 Stadium on May 5, 2018 in Stoke on Trent, England.
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The 48-year-old took over from Mark Hughes in January on a two-and-a-half year contract, with the club 18th in the league.
Results, however, failed to improve as Stoke won just two of his 15 matches in charge to finish second-bottom in the league with 33 points.
"The club would like to thank Paul for his work over the past four months and wish him well for the future," Stoke said in a statement.
"Whilst he was unable to guide us to Premier League safety after being appointed in January, it certainly wasn't due to a lack of effort, professionalism and dedication on his part."
"Paul would like to thank the Board, players and staff for the opportunity and their support. Whilst looking forward to his next challenge, he would like to wish the Club every success next season."
The departure of former Aston Villa and Norwich City boss Lambert leaves Stoke looking for a third permanent manager in a year.
Additional reporting from Reuters
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