Liam Manning appointed as new Huddersfield Town head coach
Manning begins work immediately ahead of this weekend's Bradford City clash
Huddersfield Town have appointed for Bristol City and Norwich City manager Liam Manning as their new Head Coach.
He replaces Lee Grant, who was sacked over the weekend after Terriers eight months in charge.
The 40 year old led his first session at Canalside today and will be in the dugout at the Accu Stadium this Saturday as Town face Bradford City.
Manning’s CV includes time at Ipswich Town, West Ham United, New York City FC, Lommel SK in Belgium, and several clubs in the EFL, including MK Dons, Oxford United, Bristol City, and Norwich City.
In his previous roles, Manning developed talent such as England international Declan Rice and led teams to play-offs and promotion pushes.
His most recent position was as Head Coach of Norwich City in the Championship.
Manning said: “Being named Head Coach of Huddersfield Town is an honour, with the size of this opportunity too great to turn down."
"I am thankful to have been given the trust of such a prestigious role, and I’ll do everything in my power to create some positive history of our own.
“In each discussion with Chris Markham and the Club hierarchy, our wider hopes, desires and aspirations were not only shared, but how we wanted to achieve them was, too.
"Backed by a passionate and invested Owner and Chairman, there is an excitement and hunger that must be restored in everything that we do, and that work starts now.
“Inheriting an extremely talented and capable First Team squad and staff, I look forward to working closely with them all as we strive to fulfil our potential.
"Having coached against Town on several occasions, I know the size and ferocity of the support here both home and away, and it’s our job to establish a renewed sense of pride both on the pitch and in the stands.
“We have a lot to still play for this season, and I’m truly excited to get going.”