Sheffield United has reportedly sacked manager Ruben Selles following a disastrous start to the season in which the team lost their first five games of the Football League campaign, marking just the second time in their history. The final blow for Selles came in a heavy 5-0 defeat away at Ipswich Town.
Selles was appointed as Sheffield United manager in the summer, succeeding Chris Wilder who had departed earlier. However, after just five league matches, the Blades have decided to part ways with the 42-year-old manager. The team has struggled to score goals, finding the net only once in 450 minutes of play in the Championship.
The Sheffield United bosses have already begun the search for a replacement, with reports indicating that they have explored the possibility of a return for Chris Wilder or considering experienced EFL manager Tony Mowbray as a potential candidate.
Selles’ appointment was viewed as a risky move given his previous struggles with Hull City, and unfortunately, the poor performances have continued at Sheffield United. The team has lacked creativity, fight, and direction on the field, leading to disappointing results and leaving them at the bottom of the second-tier standings.
The 5-0 defeat to Ipswich Town was seen as a turning point, and Selles’ departure was inevitable after this heavy defeat. The decision to appoint Selles may serve as a lesson for Sheffield United, but it will not solve the current challenges the team is facing. The Blades will need to regroup quickly and find a new manager to lead them out of their current plight.
