Mark McGhee Named New Motherwell Boss

Motherwell have appointed Mark McGhee as their manager until May 2017, the Ladbrokes Premiership club have announced.

The 58-year-old, who is currently Scotland assistant manager, returns to Fir Park for a second spell in charge, having also led the club between 2007 and 2009.

McGhee replaces Ian Baraclough, who was sacked last month following the League Cup defeat to Morton, with a statement saying he was the unanimous choice of the Motherwell board''.

His appointment comes in time for Saturday's home match with Celtic and McGhee told the club's official website: I am delighted to be back at Fir Park and Motherwell, a club in which I have a real affection for after some fantastic highs and tragic lows in my last spell.

I was really keen to get back into club management, but the destination was important. I've had several things put to me over the last few years, but it was important I returned at a club that was close to my heart and was a real challenge.''

Chairman Brian McCaffery added: After a rigorous process, Mark was the outstanding candidate and the board were delighted he has agreed to return. We hope he brings stability and on-field success and helps the club achieve its ambitious goals in the months and years ahead.''