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Sacked Barcelona manager Ernesto Valverde has penned an open letter to the club's fans thanking them for their support during his time at the club, as well as wishing replacement Quique Setien well in the role.
The Blaugrana released a statement Monday evening confirming the termination of Valverde's contract after two-and-a-half years at the helm. They announced Setien as his successor shortly after.
Valverde, 55, published a farewell on Barcelona's official website and said he enjoyed joyful moments during an "intense two-and-a-half years" at the Camp Nou, "but also others that have been tough and difficult.