Dundee United have sacked boss Ray McKinnon after their second consecutive defeat left them five points off the pace in the Championshsip.

Record Sport understands United will officially announce McKinnon's departure at some point over the next few days.

The pre-season title favourites slumped to a 2-0 defeat against Inverness at Tannadice on Saturday and a board meeting followed which sealed the former Raith Rovers manager's fate.

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In spite of some big-name signings including Scott McDonald, Paul Quinn, Fraser Fyvie and James Keatings, the performances and results on the pitch have left the United faithful frustrated.

The latest defeat leaves the Tannadice side in fourth place behind Livingston, Dunfermline and league leaders St Mirren.

McKinnon enjoyed two spells with the club as a player and became manager at the start of last where he led the side to the playoffs before falling short against Hamilton.