Coventry City sack manager Steven Pressley

Coventry City have announced that they have parted company with manager Steven Pressley.

The Sky Blues have dismissed the Scot after picking up just eight points from their last 10 games, which leaves them in the League One relegation zone.

Pressley, who was appointed Coventry boss in March 2013, signed a new four-year contract in September following the club's strong start to the season.

Coventry chief executive Steve Waggott told the club's official website: "This has been a very difficult decision from a personal and professional point of view, and we would like to place on record our thanks to Steven for his efforts over the last two years.

"But results over recent weeks and months, and our precarious position in the league table, means that a change of direction at first team level is needed."

Pressley's assistant Neil MacFarlane and professional development coach Dave Hockaday have been placed in temporary charge.