Marco Rose has addressed RB Leipzig fans in an emotional statement following his release from the club.
“Once a Leipziger, always a Leipziger,” Rose stated.
"Gratitude is the memory of the heart (Jean-Baptiste Massillon). And I am more than grateful for everything we shared, as well as your incredible support for us and myself in the last weeks and months.
"I don't need to say goodbye: we will meet again at the arena or in the world's most beautiful city.
"Yours, Marco."
Leipzig-born Rose took over as head coach in September 2022.
Saturday's 1-0 defeat at Borussia Mönchengladbach proved to be his last game in charge.