Peter Murphy targets promotion as he takes Queen of the South reins
The former Annan boss is relishing his first crack at full-time football management
Last updated 10th May 2024
Peter Murphy says he’s targeting promotion after taking over as Queen of the South boss.
Murphy has been unveiled as the replacement to Marvin Bartley as he takes up his first full-time manager’s role after seven years in charge of local rivals Annan.
He told the club’s YouTube channel: “It’s a step up and I am delighted to get an opportunity to work in full time football. It has been a dream of mine since moving into management.
“I don’t think this club should be operating in League One and it’s up to me to change that.”
The Irishman, who spent much of his playing career at Carlisle United, added: “ I would like to say a big thank you to Annan Athletic in the way they have handled everything in both my time at Galabank and since the decision that I will be moving to their football neighbours.
“It’s been a bit of a whirlwind with the season just finishing on Saturday to now getting ready to build a squad that will represent my style of football on the park.
“And to meet my ambitions, the ambition of the club and supporters. It’s an exciting time for everyone and a challenge that I’m relishing”.
Director Jim McLinden said “With Marvin leaving it was important that we moved quickly to find a replacement. By bringing Peter in it gives him the summer to build and prepare for the next campaign. He has achieved success at Annan guiding them to league one, the highest in their history. We are delighted to have Peter on board, kick starting the preparations for next season”.