Jose Mourinho sacked live: Latest updates from Chelsea with Guus Hiddink set to take over

Follow the latest developments from Stamford Bridge after Chelsea sack their manager Jose Mourinho

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho (Getty Images)

Jose Mourinho has been sacked as manager of Chelsea after a board meeting took place on Wednesday afternoon.

• Mourinho sacked after losing nine Premier League matches this season

• Guss Hiddink believed to have been lined up as his replacement until the end of the season

• Board meeting on Wednesday led to Mourinho's dismissal

• Chelsea sit 16th in the Premier League table with just 15 points from 16 games

• Mourinho believed a 'mole' in the Chelsea squad was leaking his tactics

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A Chelsea statement read: "Chelsea Football Club and Jose Mourinho have today parted company by mutual consent.

"All at Chelsea thank Jose for his immense contribution since he returned as manager in the summer of 2013.

"His three league titles, FA Cup, Community Shield and three League Cup wins over two spells make him the most successful manager in our 110-year history. But both Jose and the board agreed results have not been good enough this season and believe it is in the best interests of both parties to go our separate ways.

"The club wishes to make clear Jose leaves us on good terms and will always remain a much-loved, respected and significant figure at Chelsea. His legacy at Stamford Bridge and in England has long been guaranteed and he will always be warmly welcomed back to Stamford Bridge.

"The club’s focus is now on ensuring our talented squad reaches its potential.

"There will be no further comment until a new appointment is made."