Burnley have taken the 'incredibly difficult decision' to sack Sean Dyche after almost a decade in charge. The Clarets made the announcement on Friday morning, with the team four points adrift of safety with eight matches remaining.
Dyche was due to face the media on Friday afternoon, and Lancashire Live reports the news has come as a surprise to members of the squad. Club captain Ben Mee is part of a four-man team who will take charge for Sunday's clash with West Ham.
Newcastle currently sit 10 points clear of the relegation zone, albeit Burnley do hold a game in hand of the Magpies and will host Eddie Howe's side at Turf Moor on the final day. The process of appointing Dyche's successor is already under way.
