After he agreed to join Lazio earlier in the week, Marcelo Bielsa has shocked Italian football by backing out of the deal in a dramatic u-turn.
Bielsa, who's last managerial post was with French side Marseille, has incredibly left the club after he was due to begin work on July 9th in Rome.
His actions have been been deemed a clear violation of the contract signed and as a result of his actions, Lazio are planning to sue the 60-year-old.
The Italian side released the following statement after Bielsa left the club:
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It is being reported that the vacant Argentina job has played a pivotal role in his decision to leave Lazio.
Gerardo Martino resigned as the manager of Argentina following their Copa America final defeat to Chile.
Former Italian forward Simone Inzaghi is set to remain in the Lazio job after these shocking turn of events.
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Well that escalated quickly...