Southampton and has been replaced by Mauricio
Pochettino.
Adkins joined Southampton in September 2010 on a
three-year contract when they were third from bottom
in League One.
He guided them to back-to-back promotions, first to the
Championship and then to the Premier League where
they began the campaign with a 3-2 defeat at
Manchester City.
However, they won plaudits for their enterprising
approach, most recently in the 2-2 draw at Chelsea on
Wednesday evening which saw them move three
points clear of the relegation zone.
Southampton executive chairman Nicola Cortese said:
"This decision has been made with the long-term
ambitions of Southampton Football Club in mind.
"Whilst we acknowledge the contribution Nigel has
made during the past two years, for the Club to
progress and achieve our long-term targets a change
was needed.
"Mauricio is a well-respected coach of substantial
quality who has gained a reputation as an astute
tactician and excellent man manager. I have every
confidence that he will inspire our talented squad of
players to perform at the highest possible level."
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