New Leeds United signing Weston McKennie says he will “miss” Jesse Marsch but says the club squad cannot dwell on his sacking as they look to avoid relegation.

After less than a year as the club’s manager, Marsch, 49, was fired at the beginning of the week.

Leeds had dropped to 17th in the Premier League under the American, who took over for Marcelo Bielsa in February 2022, and had gone over three months without a league victory.

The American midfielder McKennie was signed by Marsch in January but was only at Elland Road for eight days before being let go.

McKennie made his Leeds debut in Marsch’s final game in charge – a 1-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest – Following Leeds‘ 2-2 draw with Manchester United on Wednesday night, McKennie addressed the management transition.

‘Obviously every player here has gone through a phase where the manager has been changed and this was a quick turnaround,’ McKennie told Stadium Astro.

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‘We will miss him obviously but at the same time we’re focused on the job and getting points.

‘The new staff that came in at such short notice knew the job as well. We came here and took a point from Old Trafford, hopefully we can get all three next time at Elland Road.

‘For me it was probably the quickest manager change I’ve had. But I know I can play under any manager and hopefully we will find something who fits us well.’

Wilfried Gnonto’s early goal and Raphael Varane’s own goal just after halftime gave managerless Leeds a 2-0 lead over Manchester United at Old Trafford.

However, an in-form Marcus Rashford reduced the deficit at the hour mark, and the hosts were awarded a draw when Jadon Sancho scored his first Premier League goal since September.

McKennie added: ‘We can’t be too greedy. We wanted the three points but everything counts in this situation so we can’t moan about one.’

On Sunday, Manchester United will play in the return leg at Elland Road. By then, Leeds will have probably decided who will take over for Marsch, and they are considering Andoni Iraola of Rayo Vallecano and Arne Slot of Feyenoord.

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According to reports Jesse Marsch has been sacked by Leeds United after less than 12 months on the job.

The American, 49, has overseen a seven-game winless run in the Premier League which ended with a 1-0 defeat at Nottingham Forest on Sunday.

Leeds‘ poor performance has placed them in 17th place in the standings, one goal above the relegation zone.

And according to journalist Fabrizio Romano, the West Yorkshire club have now made the decision to get rid of Marsch.

Jesse Marsch has just been sacked by Leeds United. Decision made after the recent negative results, confirmed. 🚨⚪️ #LUFC

Leeds board, now working on new head coach appointment. pic.twitter.com/hdn7cUrAV6

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) February 6, 2023

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Just over a year ago, the former RB Leipzig player took over for Marcelo Bielsa, and on the last day of the 2021–2022 season, he led them to Premier League survival.

However, despite having support in the transfer market, this season has been another challenge.

Leeds has only triumphed in four of its 20 Premier League contests thus far.

Marsch’s bad performance has meant their demise since club officials want to make sure they stay in the top division for a fourth straight year.

Carlos Corberan, the West Brom manager, has emerged as a possible successor.

The 39-year-old guided Huddersfield to the Championship Playoffs last season after serving as the club’s U23 coach under Bielsa.

Then, after a brief stay at Olympiacos, he returned to England to become West Brom’s manager.

And since landing in the Hawthorns, his reputation has grown even more.

Prior to choosing Sean Dyche last week, he even had Everton interested in taking the Baggies out of the relegation zone and into the playoffs.

Although West Brom wants to lock him into a new deal, Corberan may find a return to Leeds to be too alluring to pass up.

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Everton have confirmed and announced the appointment of former Burnley boss Sean Dyche as their new manager on a two-and-a-half-year contract.

After speaking with former Leeds manager Marcelo Bielsa, Mp3bullet reported on Friday that Dyche has been chosen by the Everton board as Frank Lampard’s replacement.

Dyche is Toffees owner Farhad Moshiri’s third permanent manager since taking over the club over seven years ago.

Dyche, one of the Premier League’s most regarded and experienced managers, will be assisted by former Nottingham Forest winger Ian Woan as Assistant Manager, ex-England international Steve Stone as First-Team Coach, and Mark Howard, who will assist with sports science. All three employees previously worked for Dyche at Burnley.

Dyche told the club’s official website: “It’s an honour to become Everton manager. My staff and I are ready and eager to help get this great club back on track.

“I know about Everton’s passionate fanbase and how precious this club is to them. We’re ready to work and ready to give them what they want. That starts with sweat on the shirt, effort and getting back to some of the basic principles of what Everton Football Club has stood for for a long time.We want to bring back a good feeling. We need the fans, we need unity and we need everyone aligned. That starts with us as staff and players.

“Our aim is to put out a team that works, that fights and wears the badge with pride. The connection with the fans can then grow very quickly because they’re so passionate.

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“There is quality in this squad. But we have to make them shine. That’s the job of me and my staff.

“We want to change the shape of this club going forward, remodel it in our style, but in a way that we can win.

“That’s the task in front of us – make sure we’re building, tactically and technically, giving players organisation, allow them the freedom to play, to go and enjoy their football because it’s brilliant when the team’s playing with a smile, but we’ve got to win.”

Behind-the-scenes pictures as the new boss gets familiar with Finch Farm. 📸

— Everton (@Everton) January 30, 2023

A 2-0 loss to fellow strugglers West Ham on January 21 kept Lampard’s team in last place with 15 points after 20 games, two points outside the safety zone.

The Merseyside team has been struggling under the former England international; their most recent league victory came in a 3-0 home victory over Crystal Palace in October.

After managing Derby County in the second tier in 2018/19 and Chelsea from 2019–2021, Lampard was signed by Everton in January 2022. However, Dyche will now be responsible for stopping the club’s descent into the Championship.

Everton chairman Bill Kenwright said: “Kevin [Thelwell, director of football] and I spent some valuable time with Sean over the past few days and he quickly convinced me that he has exactly the right attributes to make himself a great Everton manager – and a man who could inspire our fanbase. And Farhad felt the same when he met him, too.”

On February 4, Everton will host league-leading Arsenal in Dyche’s debut game in that position.

Welcome to Everton Football Club, Sean Dyche! 🔵 pic.twitter.com/B8Z7WlIXb9

— Everton (@Everton) January 30, 2023

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According to reports, Everton are set to appoint Sean Dyche as their next manager following the departure of Frank Lampard.

Lampard was fired earlier this week, and Everton has spent the previous few days interviewing potential replacements, including former Leeds manager Marcelo Bielsa.

Bielsa was reportedly interested in the Everton position, and earlier this week he went from South America to England for another round of negotiations. However, sources now indicate that the Toffees have chosen Dyche over Bielsa.

Although Bielsa was fascinated by the prospect of taking over another defunct powerhouse like Everton, he had reservations about the club’s plan and, following another round of talks, has now been eliminated from consideration.

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Everton had discussed hiring Real Madrid assistant Davide Ancelotti, the brother of Blancos manager and former Everton manager Carlo, but Dyche has been chosen instead by those in power at Goodison.

Dyche has been jobless since leaving Burnley in April. The Clarets terminated his ten-year tenure at the club after making an ultimately unsuccessful effort to avoid relegation.

By Friday, Everton wanted to replace Lampard, so they intensified their negotiations over a series of meetings on Thursday.

Dyche is expected to be appointed imminently and will then have a week to work with his new side ahead of his first match in charge – a visit from Premier League leaders Arsenal on Saturday 4 February.

🚨 𝗕𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚: Sean Dyche set to be appointed new Everton Manager ⏳✍️ pic.twitter.com/FxPoPhhFEf

— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) January 27, 2023

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Following his dismissal by the Toffees, Chelsea legend Frank Lampard has delivered a heartfelt letter to Everton fans.

The former manager of Derby and Chelsea left Goodison Park permanently on Monday following a 10-game losing streak that included eight defeats.

Everton is currently 19th in the table after 20 games as a result of that skid, and there is genuine concern that the club, which has never been demoted from the Premier League, will be competing in the Championship next year.

In January 2022, Lampard replaced the unpopular Rafael Benitez in the Merseyside squad. With a memorable 3-2 comeback victory over Crystal Palace, Lampard was able to ensure the team’s survival.

However, the renowned England midfielder was unable to capitalise on that success, and many believe that the club’s persistent internal strife is also to blame for their recent collapse.

The 44-year-old has now issued a statement following his dismissal, which reads: ‘Coming in to Everton last year I knew we were in a tough moment and I will always be proud of the incredible work and support from everyone involved to keep the team in the Premier League last season.

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‘Thanks to everybody that played their part as the whole club came together. I will never forget the incredible night against Palace that we shared.

‘I want to thank all Evertonians for the welcome that you gave to myself, my staff, and my family. It truly is a special club with a huge heart, and an incredible history.

‘I’m disappointed that we couldn’t achieve more together and wish all the players and everyone at Everton FC the very best for the future.’

"I'll always be proud of the incredible work and support from everyone involved to keep the team in the Premier League last season"

Frank Lampard thanks Everton fans for the welcome they gave him, his staff and family, saying it's a 'special club with a huge heart' 💙 pic.twitter.com/SlCym9UYwk

— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) January 26, 2023

Regarding Lampard’s replacement, Marcelo Bielsa had come to London on Thursday to continue discussions with Everton’s management.

It is unknown if the former Leeds manager is enthusiastic about the prospect of working there, despite reports to the contrary.

While Sam Allardyce, Wayne Rooney, and former Southampton manager Ralph Hasenhuttl are still in the running, former Burnley manager Sean Dyche is presently listed as the favourite over Bielsa.

Everton will be hoping to have Lampard’s successor in place before their next game, which is against league-leading Arsenal on February 4.

Who will be Frank Lampard's replacement at Everton? 🔵⚪

With the club looking to fill the void as soon as possible, the two still being linked with job are Marcelo Bielsa and Sean Dyche ⏳ pic.twitter.com/JYkdhRzecS

— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) January 27, 2023

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