Neil Lennon has been sacked as boss of Cypriot side Omonia Nicosia.
Lennon only took the job eight months ago but his time in charge has come to an abrupt end.
The side currently sit in seventh in the Cypriot league and are some eight points off top spot.
The Northern Irishman appeared to be in the midst of a career rejuvenation with the Cypriot side after his appointment in March, and lifted the Cypriot Cup back in May against Ethnikos Achnas to secure Europa League football this term.
That has seen Lennon mastermind impressive displays against Real Sociedad and Manchester United in Euro action, but with the club stuck in seventh in the table leading to the club axing the former Celtic boss just hours after defeat in the Cypriot First Division clash with Nea Salamis.
A club statement read: "Unfortunately, the ongoing competitive instability and the significant losses of points in the championship, are the main reasons that made us decide to end our partnership. Mr. Lennon has written his name in the history of Omonia and deserves the respect and recognition of all of us.
"Our paths separate, but the memories of our collaboration will unite us forever. We sincerely thank Mr. Lennon for his contribution and wish him every success in his future career."
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