Dick Leaves Sunderland
After just two and half months in charge, Dick Advocaat has left Sunderland.
After just two and half months in charge, Dick Advocaat has left Sunderland.
He was brought in as head coach back in March, replacing Gus Poyet, with the job of keeping the Black Cats in the Premier League.
He did that with a game to spare, and is now retiring from club management.
Dick said: “At certain moments in your life you have to make a decision and I am almost 68 years old now. A number of clubs contacted me but the decision was always Sunderland or nobody.
“I would like to thank the chairman, Lee, the staff and of course the fans. We gave everything in our time there and achieved what we set out to. Sunderland has been one of the highlights of my career.”
Sunderland AFC chairman Ellis Short said: “Although I am extremely disappointed, I understand and absolutely respect his decision. In his brief time here he made a real impact and lifted the club with his experience and enthusiasm. We will always be grateful to him for what he achieved.”
Sam Allardyce is now the bookies favourite to replace the Dutchman.
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