Steve Evans sacked by Leeds United after seven-month reign

Leeds United have confirmed that the head coach Steve Evans has left the club. Evans, along with his assistant Paul Raynor, departs Elland Road after a seven-month stay.

The former Swansea manager Garry Monk is the early front-runner with the bookies to become the new head coach. The United chairman Massimo Cellino said: "I would like to thank Steve

Evans for his efforts as the head coach of Leeds United. “Steve completed the job he was brought in to carry out - to keep the team in the Championship - and his hard work here has been greatly appreciated. I wish him and Paul Raynor the very best for the future. “We have, however, decided that a different approach is required in order to achieve our targets for the new season. “The club is now looking to appoint a new head coach to build on the good work of Steve and Paul and deliver the special season which our supporters deserve.” Guardian Service