Alan Pardew has been sacked as West Ham manager after a string of defeats.
The decision was taken on Monday by Hammers new chairman Eggert Magnusson and the club will seek to appoint a successor before the January transfer window.
West Ham said in a statement: "West Ham United have announced the departure from the club of Alan Pardew.
"Alan has made an important contribution since joining as manager in September 2003 but this season's results have been disappointing and have left the club in a very difficult position."
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