GONE.
"Aston Villa Football Club has today parted company with manager Roberto Di Matteo.
The Club decided to act following a run of disappointing results which has the left the team occupying 19th position in the Championship.
The Club would like to place on record its appreciation to Roberto for all his efforts in helping rebuild the squad and wish him well for the future.
Steve Clarke will take over as caretaker manager during the search for a new manager.
There will be no further comment from the Club."
"Aston Villa Football Club has today parted company with manager Roberto Di Matteo.
The Club decided to act following a run of disappointing results which has the left the team occupying 19th position in the Championship.
The Club would like to place on record its appreciation to Roberto for all his efforts in helping rebuild the squad and wish him well for the future.
Steve Clarke will take over as caretaker manager during the search for a new manager.
There will be no further comment from the Club."