Breaking News: Real Madrid sacks coach Julen Lopetegui

Real Madrid have sacked manager Julen Lopetegui after humiliating 5-1 defeat against Barcelona in Camp Nou on Sunday. Real Madrid's official statement read:

"Real Madrid's board met today on 29 Oct 2018 and has agreed to end the contract linking coach Julen Lopetegui with the club. This decision has been taken to change the dynamic in which the first team finds itself, when all the objectives for the season are still achieve.

"The board understands that there is a big difference between the quality of Real Madrid's squad, which has eight players nominated for the next Ballon D'Or, something without precedent in the history of the club, and the results obtained to date. The club thanks Julen Lopetegui and all his staff for their effort and the work done, and wishes them all the best in their professional careers."

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