Parramatta coach Brad Arthur has been sacked just hours before his 50th birthday.
The club’s Board have run out of patience with Arthur, who took the club to the Grand Final in 2022 but missed the Finals last year. They are currently 14th on the ladder.
It appears Sunday’s loss to Melbourne at Magic Round was the final straw and the Eels have parted ways with Arthur effective immediately.
Arthur turns 50 tomorrow. His present will be a payout believed to be in the vicinity of $1.2 million.
“The Parramatta Eels have this afternoon informed Brad Arthur that his tenure as Head Coach has ended, effective immediately,” the club said in a statement.
“It was the view of the Board and CEO that the progress of our NRL team has stalled. Our goal is to win premierships and it is time for the Club to go in a new direction.
“We want to thank Brad who has worked tirelessly for the Club over a 10 year period. During his time as Head Coach, the Club has played in five finals series, including a grand final in 2022.
“We wish Brad and his family the very best in the future and we are very grateful for his services to the Club.”
Trent Barrett will take control of the team as Interim Head Coach for the remainder of the 2024 season.
The club will now begin a search for a new coach in 2025.
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