Former Reading star Liam Rosenior has been sacked as manager of Hull City less than a week after narrowly missing out on the play-offs.

Rosenior made 69 appearances for the Royals between 2007 and 2010 before enjoying Premier League success with Hull and Brighton.

Making his name in coaching with Derby County, the Tigers appointed their former captain in November 2022.

Under new ownership, Hull invested heavily in their squad and almost reached the play-offs, finishing seventh and missing out by three points.

Given a new three-year deal in December, Rosenior was even nominated for the EFL Manager of the Season award.

However, he has now been relieved of his duties at the MKM Stadium.

Chairman and owner Acun Ilıcalı said: “This has been the most difficult decision I have had to make as chairman of this wonderful football club. No matter how trying the circumstance, I have to remove personal sentiment from these moments and ensure the long-term vision of the club is at the centre of my thinking.

“Since Liam’s arrival, we have enjoyed an open working relationship and progress has undoubtedly been made over the course of his tenure. He will always be a part of this family and I thank him for all his work.

“However, it has become evident that our visions for the future are not aligned and I feel that now is the time to make a change. Our philosophy is clear, we will continue to drive this club forward, and whilst doing so I will continue to be open and transparent with our fans.

“I know what this football club can achieve, and we will not stop in the pursuit of that. We have worked hard over the last two years to develop our squad. We now have many highly talented players at our disposal and we will continue to invest and improve our playing personnel to give this club and its fans the success they deserve.”