Former Netherlands international Dirk Kuyt has left Fenerbahce following a brief spell as the Turkish club's interim head coach.

Axar.az reports, citing Goal, that Fenerbahce confirmed his departure on Wednesday after appointing Emre Belozoglu as their new permanent head coach. Although Kuyt had been considered for an assistant coaching role, the club ultimately decided to part ways with him.

In a farewell statement, Fenerbahce thanked Kuyt for his contributions, saying that his place in the club's family would remain unchanged.

Kuyt had expressed his willingness to continue working at the club, saying he was enjoying his time in Istanbul. During his interim spell, he led Fenerbahce to a 3-2 victory over his former club Liverpool in the Champions League.