The Ivorian’s tenure lasted less than two months after he failed to secure a single win in nine games in all competitions — seven of those in the Championship — as the Latics sunk to the foot of the division.
Mal Brannigan, chief executive, said: “Firstly, I’d like to thank Kolo, along with Kevin and Ash, for their efforts during their time at the football club.
“Unfortunately, the results on the field have not been as we would have liked and as tough a decision as this was, the board felt it necessary to give us the best possible chance of remaining a Championship club next season.
“We know that this time of year is a key period for any football club, ourselves included.
"Therefore, we will now work swiftly and effectively to ensure the right person is appointed as the next permanent manager of Wigan Athletic, with the immediate objective of remaining in the second tier for next season.”
The bookmakers never miss an opportunity to draw the punters in and within hours of Toure's departure, BetVictor had opened up a market listing all the potential candidates for the vacant managerial role.
Here they are, with the odds posted in ascending order.
Odds were correct at the time of publishing.
5. Steve Bruce 20/1
PRESTON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 05: Steve Bruce, former manager of West Bromwich Albion, looks on during the Sky Bet Championship between Preston North End and West Bromwich Albion at Deepdale on October 05, 2022 in Preston, England. (Photo by Lewis Storey/Getty Images) Photo: Lewis Storey
6. Paul Cook 20/1
CHESTERFIELD, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 05: Chesterfield manager Paul Cook looks on prior to the Emirates FA Cup First Round match between Chesterfield and Northampton Town at Technique Stadium on November 05, 2022 in Chesterfield, England. (Photo by Pete Norton/Getty Images) Photo: Pete Norton
7. Rob Kelly 20/1
NAILSWORTH, ENGLAND - APRIL 27: Rob Kelly, pictured when Interim Manager of Barrow, looks on prior to the Sky Bet League Two match between Forest Green Rovers and Barrow at The New Lawn on April 27, 2021 in Nailsworth, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images) Photo: Michael Steele
8. Karl Robinson 20/1
HIGH WYCOMBE, ENGLAND - JANUARY 24: Karl Robinson, Manager of Oxford United, looks on prior to the Sky Bet League One match between Wycombe Wanderers and Oxford United at Adams Park on January 24, 2023 in High Wycombe, England. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images) Photo: Richard Heathcote