Garry Monk's departure leaves Swansea City facing an uphill struggle at Manchester City in the Premier League this weekend.
Swansea City "reluctantly" parted company with manager Garry Monk on Wednesday but must regroup ahead of a daunting trip to face Manchester City in the Premier League.
Monk had become part of the furniture in south Wales, joining as a player in 2004 before succeeding Roberto Martinez as captain and eventually following in the Spaniard's footsteps by managing the club.
But a run of one victory in 11 league matches prompted the Swansea board to take action, bringing the curtain down on the former defender's 11-year involvement with the club.