article_snippet.sent: The 43-year-old was told of the decision during a brief meeting with Sharpe after losing to Derby.
article_snippet.sent: Sharpe, just a month into Sharpe new role as chairman, looked forlorn after Monday's game and made a snap decision to axe The Scot.
article_snippet.sent: Sharpe said: 'This is a very difficult decision to make but I feel that, for the long-term future of the club, there must be a change now.'