Rotherham United appoint Alex Bruce as Head Coach
Last updated 30th Jun 2026
A new head coach for Rotherham United, the club have appointed Alex Bruce.
A statement on the clubs website:
"Rotherham United are delighted to confirm the appointment of Alex Bruce as the club’s new first team Head Coach on a deal that runs until 2028.
"The Millers finalised paperwork to bring the 41-year-old to AESSEAL New York Stadium on Monday evening after he was on-hand at Roundwood Sports Complex to oversee the first team’s return to pre-season training this morning.
"Bruce can call upon a network of contacts accumulated throughout a decorated career in football, the playing element of which spanned across 18 years as a professional and included stints in the Premier League with the likes of Birmingham and Hull City.
"Since moving into coaching circles, he has garnered invaluable experience in roles with West Bromwich Albion, Macclesfield Town and Salford City and joins the Millers under the stewardship of Head of Football Steve McClaren looking to take the next steps on that journey.
"The Norwich-born operator’s CV shows recent knowledge of Sky Bet League Two level at which he worked during his time at the Peninsula Stadium as first team coach.
"An interview with Alex Bruce will be available to watch shortly on our official channels with a follow-up from Steve McClaren to be published on Tuesday.
"Further details on the finalisation of the remainder of Alex’s coaching staff will be communicated in due course.
"Everyone at Rotherham United would like to welcome formally welcome Alex to the club and wish him all the best in his new role with us."