Borussia Mönchengladbach have sacked their coach André Schubert hours after being beaten at home by their fellow Bundesliga strugglers Wolfsburg.

Schubert had been in charge since November last year, but speculation had been mounting, with the club enduring a difficult season. The Wolfsburg defeat left them 14th in the table, and they finished third in their Champions League group behind Barcelona and Manchester City.

Borussia’s sporting director, Max Eberl, said: “We have held a lot of talks in recent days, analysed our on-the-pitch development and discussed the situation in detail, and together with André we have come to the conclusion that it is better for both sides to call an end to our collaboration.

“André helped us a great deal last season, when he led the team from the last place in the table to fourth place and the playoffs at the start of this season into the Champions League. But the development has stalled for various reasons. We decided to refresh things with another coach.”

Schubert said: “This change could be the right way to bring the club, which is always more important and bigger than any individual, back to success. I’m grateful for a great experience with great people.”