Ray of hope for Utd as McKinnon takes over
Former Utd star is new Tannadice boss
Dundee United have confirmed Ray McKinnon as their new manager on a three-year contract.
McKinnon was United's number one target to replace Mixu Paatelainen and resigned as Raith Rovers boss on Wednesday night in order to take the job at his home town club.
The former United midfielder told the club's official website:
"This is a wonderful opportunity at a club that is close to my heart and I am looking forward to taking on the task of rebuilding Club and developing the talent required to get us where we should be. There are a lot of challenges ahead and it is important that we give ourselves every opportunity to succeed. We will work hard to build a team that the United fans can be proud of."
“I want to thank everyone at Raith Rovers. I really enjoyed my time there and I am grateful to them for being so understanding of my desire to become manager of Dundee United. Raith Rovers are a fabulous, proper club whom I wish all the best.”
McKinnon will watch Saturday’s game away to Kilmarnock from the stand.