Celta Vigo has fired Rafa Benitez as manager.
The team is now sitting 17th in La Liga, two points above the relegation zone, under the former manager of Real Madrid and Liverpool.
In a statement, Celta said: “Rafa Benítez and his staff leave RC Celta after eight months of absolute dedication and total commitment but in which the team has not obtained the results expected by the club.
“The club would like to express to Rafa Benítez and his assistants its most sincere gratitude for the honesty and professionalism they have shown since their arrival and the tireless work they have done.
“RC Celta would also like to wish them the best of luck and success in the future.”
