New man at the helm at Oval
Glentoran appoint Mick McDermott as new Head Coach
Glentoran have a new manager.
Mick McDermott succeeds Gary Smyth as part of a new management structure which is expected to bring in major investment
McDermott has recently returned to Northern Ireland after spending the past two decades working in a number of club and international coaching jobs abroad.
He said: “This is a very exciting time for me and for Glentoran.
“It has been widely reported that a substantial investor wishes to make a very major investment in the club and I’m delighted to be a part of that.
“Negotiations with the Glentoran Board are at a very advanced stage and we’re all looking forward to taking the proposal to the club shareholders for their approval within the next few weeks.
“I’m aware of the difficulties the Glens have faced in recent years but as a Belfast man I’m also aware of how big the club is and what it will mean to the supporters, volunteers and the East Belfast community when we see the club restored to where it should be and where it needs to be.
“I want to play a very full part in the community and work with the supporters and the investor wants to do the same if the proposal is secured.”
McDermott branded the new job “massive project for me and for everyone involved in the club.”
“I strongly believe, with some focused work, dedication and commitment this can be the start of a very successful and exciting era for Glentoran,” he said.
“I can’t wait to get started”