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Racing Genk sack Jess Thorup after four months

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Racing Genk have dismissed Jess Thorup after four months in charge, with the club seventh in Belgium’s league and 14 points off the top.

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Racing Genk have sacked head coach Jess Thorup after four months, citing disappointing performances as the Belgian club sit seventh in the league, 14 points behind leaders Union after 11 rounds.

The 56-year-old Dane was appointed for a second spell at Genk in July, replacing Nicky Hayen, who left for Burnley. Thorup had signed a three-year contract. The club has not announced who will succeed him.

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