Wayne Rooney appointed head coach at Birmingham City Football Club

He's signed a three-and-a- half year contract.

Author: Hannah RichardsonPublished 11th Oct 2023
Last updated 11th Oct 2023

Birmingham City Football Club have appointed Wayne Rooney as their new manager.

The former England international has signed a three-and-a-half deal at St. Andrews.

He takes over from John Eustace, who was sacked on Monday despite the club sitting sixth in the Championship table.

Rooney will be joined by former England teammate Ashley Cole, and John O'Shea.

The former Manchester United captain was previously in charge at MLS side DC United.

As well as having a spell as boss at Derby County.

Carl Robinson and Pete Shuttleworth also make a move to St. Andrews, after previously working with Rooney at DC United.

Birmingham co-owner and chairman Tom Wagner said: "Wayne is a born winner. We believe, with the support of his coaching staff, the club, and our supporters, he will take Blues forward on the next stage of our journey.

"His playing philosophy will help to realise the ambitions we have set for Birmingham City.

"Wayne has been preparing for an opportunity like this since he embarked on his coaching education whilst still a player at Manchester United. He and his staff have the full support of the Board and everyone at the football club."

Rooney told the club website: "I am absolutely delighted to be joining Birmingham City at such an exciting time. It is very clear that they have a plan and are committed to realising their ambition for the club.

"We are fully aligned on what is expected. I have been building my managerial career, putting myself in challenging environments, to get me ready for this opportunity. It's a project that gives me a sense of purpose and I can't wait to get started."

We're expecting to hear from Wayne Rooney as the new Head Coach for Blues tomorrow at the club's press conference.

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