Stoke City have sacked manager, Steven Schumacher following a difficult start to the 2024-25 season.
Schumacher’s dismissal comes after the Potters suffered a third defeat in five league matches but sit 13th in Championship, despite beating Carlisle and Middlesbrough to reach Third Round of this season’s Carabao Cup.
Sporting Director, Jon Walters confirmed that Alex Morris and Ryan Shawcross will take interim charge of the Potter’s Third Round match in the Carabao Cup, which takes place against Fleetwood Town on Tuesday 17 September at BET365 Stadium.
Walters proceeded to explain that the decision is down to the club’s long-term future as he explained: “My role as Sporting Director is to make tough decisions that serve the long-term interests of Stoke City.
“After ongoing discussions with John Coates, we feel the time is right for a change in direction to bring success to the club.
“We have a young, dynamic squad that is eager to develop and a clear vision of how to achieve success, and we hope to announce a new appointment shortly. We will need the fans, staff, and players united in support to achieve our goals.
“As always in football, these decisions are difficult, and we wish Steven and his staff all the best for the future.”
Mark Hughes, Chris Cohen, Peter Cavanagh and Elliot Turner have also been relieved of their duties with immediate effect.
Chairman, Coates added: “Steven, Mark, Chris, Peter and Elliot depart with our thanks for their efforts and with our best wishes for their future careers.
“We have faith in the squad of players we have assembled and firmly believe they can bring success to Stoke City this season.
“I continue to be hugely thankful to the Club’s fans for their loyal and passionate support.”
In 32 games in charge since his appointment in mid December 2023, Schumacher has won and lost 13 games apiece, plus secured six draws and kept the Potters in the Championship with a 17th-placed finish last season.
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