The League Two club are in 16th place having won just one of their last six matches, which included a goalless draw at home to struggling Southend on Saturday.

And the former Liverpool winger has paid the price for Oldham’s poor form.

A brief statement read: “Harry Kewell has today been relieved of his duties as Head Coach of Oldham Athletic.

“Arriving in August 2020 he now leaves along with his assistant, Alan Maybury.

“We would like to thank both for their efforts this season and wish them well in the future.

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“An announcement on a replacement will be communicated in due course with no further comment made until then.”