Steven Schumacher says he still does not know why he was sacked by Stoke City, nearly three weeks after his departure.
The 40-year-old left Plymouth Argyle last December to replace Alex Neil at the bet365 Stadium but was dismissed after just 32 games in charge with Stoke 13th in the Championship.
Sporting director Jon Walters said at the time the decision was made to "serve the long-term interests" of the club.
Stoke began the 2024-25 Championship season with two wins and three defeats, with their 1-0 loss to Oxford United proving Schumacher's final match in charge.