Bundesliga side Bayer Leverkusen has confirmed the dismissal of manager Erik ten Hag after a brief and tumultuous tenure that lasted just three official games. The club announced the decision on Monday, citing a “disappointing start to the season” as the primary reason for the change. Ten Hag, the former manager of Ajax and Manchester United, was appointed in the offseason with high expectations, but his team suffered two defeats and a draw in the opening matches, leaving them near the bottom of the league table.

The swift departure of the Dutch coach comes as a shock to many, given his reputation and the club’s long-term plans for him. Sources close to the club revealed that there was a growing dissatisfaction with the team’s performance and tactical approach under ten Hag, prompting the club’s board to act decisively to prevent a further slide.

Ten Hag’s coaching style, which heavily focuses on possession and structured build-up play, did not immediately translate into success in the fast-paced Bundesliga, leading to a disconnect between the manager’s philosophy and the team’s on-field results. The club’s leadership is now tasked with finding a replacement who can quickly turn the team’s fortunes around and salvage their season.

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