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Southampton appoints Mark Hughes as new boss until end of season

Mauricio Pellegrino was sacked by Saints boss on Monday [Photo: Courtesy]

Southampton sacked Mauricio Pellegrino on Monday after his dismal performances leaving the side languishing in the 17th position in the Premier League.

His last match in charge was in the Saturday’s embarrassing 3-0 loss at fellow relegation threatened Newcastle compelling the board to take action to appoint a former favorite Mark Hughes as new boss until the end of the season.

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