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The Irish Sun
13-06-2025
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- The Irish Sun
Jeff Stelling raises serious concerns as beloved Hartlepool appoint ex-Premier League ace, 55, who last managed in Nepal
JEFF STELLING has appeared to question Hartlepool United's appointment of new manager Simon Grayson. The former 2 Simon Grayson has landed the managerial role at Hartlepool United Credit: Getty 2 Superfan Jeff Stelling doesn't appear convinced the 55-year-old is a good fit Credit: Alamy Hartlepool announced the capture of Grayson on Thursday evening. The 55-year-old has achieved EFL promotions with Preston North End, Huddersfield Town, Leeds United and Blackpool. Grayson most recently took charge of Lalitpur City in Nepal, with his last job in England a short spell at Fleetwood Town in 2021. READ MORE ON FOOTBALL The Sky legend wrote: "He is a lovely man but not managed in England for four years and never at this level. "All you can do is wish him well and hope that he realises what he is stepping into." They have failed to challenge for promotion in either of the last two seasons. Most read in Football Stelling fears a mass exodus of the playing staff over the summer - with no cash in the kitty to replace them. Responding to a more optimistic fan, he continued: "Hope you are right but I am not hopeful as I don't see key players staying. Fans have 'tears in eyes' as Sky Sports icon Chris Kamara reunited with old pal Jeff Stelling on shock commentary return "I don't see the money being available for adequate replacements." Stelling added in a separate message: "The problems at Hartlepool would test anyone." Grayson replaces Australian Anthony Limbrick, who was sacked on Thursday after four months in the role. Chairman Raj Singh said: "I'm delighted that Simon has accepted the role." "Simon is someone who has been on our radar for a while and he's been my preferred candidate in the past when we've looked for managers, but for one reason or the other it didn't come off." Grayson told the club's official website: "I really happy to join Hartlepool United. "The club has gone through some tough times recently but by working hard together as a staff and fanbase we can bring back the good times which this football club deserves. "Hartlepool is a club with real potential and I'm excited by the prospect of what we can achieve here. I can't wait to get started."
The Sun
13-06-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Jeff Stelling raises serious concerns as beloved Hartlepool appoint ex-Premier League ace, 55, who last managed in Nepal
JEFF STELLING has appeared to question Hartlepool United's appointment of new manager Simon Grayson. The former Soccer Saturday host, 70, is a lifelong fan of the National League club. 2 2 Hartlepool announced the capture of Grayson on Thursday evening. The 55-year-old has achieved EFL promotions with Preston North End, Huddersfield Town, Leeds United and Blackpool. Grayson most recently took charge of Lalitpur City in Nepal, with his last job in England a short spell at Fleetwood Town in 2021. Stelling, responding through his X account, appeared to be underwhelmed with the appointment. The Sky legend wrote: "He is a lovely man but not managed in England for four years and never at this level. "All you can do is wish him well and hope that he realises what he is stepping into." Hartlepool were relegated to the National League in 2023. They have failed to challenge for promotion in either of the last two seasons. Stelling fears a mass exodus of the playing staff over the summer - with no cash in the kitty to replace them. Responding to a more optimistic fan, he continued: "Hope you are right but I am not hopeful as I don't see key players staying. "I don't see the money being available for adequate replacements." Stelling added in a separate message: "The problems at Hartlepool would test anyone." Grayson replaces Australian Anthony Limbrick, who was sacked on Thursday after four months in the role. Chairman Raj Singh said: "I'm delighted that Simon has accepted the role." "Simon is someone who has been on our radar for a while and he's been my preferred candidate in the past when we've looked for managers, but for one reason or the other it didn't come off." Grayson told the club's official website: "I really happy to join Hartlepool United. "The club has gone through some tough times recently but by working hard together as a staff and fanbase we can bring back the good times which this football club deserves. "Hartlepool is a club with real potential and I'm excited by the prospect of what we can achieve here. I can't wait to get started."
BBC News
13-06-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Much-travelled Grayson named new Hartlepool boss
Hartlepool United have appointed Simon Grayson as the National League club's new replaces Australian Anthony Limbrick, who was sacked on Thursday after four months in the 55-year-old's most recent job was with Lalitpur City in the Nepal Super League, where he won the title in April. He has managed seven clubs in England, including Leeds and Preston, as well as Bengaluru in the Indian Super League."The club has gone through some tough times recently but by working hard together as a staff and fanbase we can bring back the good times which this football club deserves," Grayson told the club's website, finished last season 11th, eight points outside the play-offs. "I'm delighted that Simon has accepted the role," said club chairman Raj Singh."Simon is someone who has been on our radar for a while and he's been my preferred candidate in the past when we've looked for managers, but for one reason or the other it didn't come off."After retiring from playing in 2006, Grayson has won promotion from League One to the Championship with Blackpool, Leeds, Huddersfield and Preston in his managerial career.
Scottish Sun
01-05-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Former Premier League star, 51, who won four promotions reveals winning league title in NEPAL is biggest achievement
He lifted on his incredible experiences while living in Nepal LEAGUE OF HIS OWN LEAGUE OF HIS OWN Former Premier League star, 51, who won four promotions reveals winning league title in NEPAL is biggest achievement Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SIMON GRAYSON is celebrating winning the Nepal Super League - and rates it alongside anything he has achieved in football. The Yorkshireman, 55, twice reached the Prem as a player with Leicester and won four managerial promotions from League One with Blackpool, Leeds, Huddersfield and Preston. 4 Simon Grayson has won the league title in Nepal Credit: X @Hussainov1ch 4 He joined Lalitpur City for their two-month league season Credit: INSTAGRAM He had been out of work following a spell managing Indian Super League side Bengaluru, so when the call came to boss Lalitpur City for their eight-week season, he took it. Grayson's team beat Pokhara Thunders 2-1 in Saturday's title decider to give him another triumph on his CV. Speaking from Kathmandu, the former Foxes captain said: 'An agent rang me up and asked if I would be interested in managing in Nepal. 'I spoke to the owners and thought, 'Why not?' READ MORE IN FOOTBALL GETTING SHIRTY Man Utd release kit with astronomical price that players won't even wear 'It's a seven-team league and the season only lasted two months but we've gone unbeaten and won the play-off final last weekend. 'It's been a fantastic football and life experience but I wasn't out here for a holiday — I wanted to win the league. "I said this to the players — and I genuinely mean it — but winning this title in Nepal is just as important to me as everything I achieved as a player and manager. 'To be the best team in the tournament and win the final made it very much mission accomplished. BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK 'Since I've been at Lalitpur, I've got three players into the Nepal national squad for the first time. 'The owners have been chuffed to bits with what we've achieved and the players have been great.' Grayson has lived alone in a hotel for two months and says there has been surreal moments — including meeting Brazil legend Roberto Carlos. During a game against Pokhara earlier this month, an opposition official protested a decision and ended up fighting with the match commissioner. Grayson added: 'I've been in football nearly 40 years and seen some things but nothing like that. 'They disputed a goal not being given but there was no way anyone could say if it had crossed the line or not because we don't have VAR. 'It was crazy to see the Pokhara official rolling around with the match commissioner before the police got involved. 4 Simon Grayson won promotion to the Championship four times Credit: Getty 4 Grayson spent several years at Leicester as a player Credit: Alamy 'Roberto Carlos was out here to promote the league, so it was nice to catch up with him.' Grayson heads home to Yorkshire this week with a renewed appetite for management... and English grub. He explained: 'The Nepalese cuisine is OK but quite repetitive and I've missed having some roast beef and Yorkshire pudding. 'I'm looking forward to a full English breakfast and fish and chips. 'I've missed my family and my dog, so I'm looking forward to getting back home to some normality. 'But it's been a great opportunity while I'm waiting for jobs to come up. 'After my first game, some Reading fans here on holiday said, 'You've certainly not lost your passion for it.' 'I was probably let down at Blackpool and Fleetwood by owners who promised me the world but delivered nothing. 'But I've had clubs who have backed me, so I know what I can do. 'I've been out of my comfort zone in Nepal but it has confirmed I still have the fire in my belly.'
The Irish Sun
01-05-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Former Premier League star, 51, who won four promotions reveals winning league title in NEPAL is biggest achievement
SIMON GRAYSON is celebrating winning the Nepal Super League - and rates it alongside anything he has achieved in football. The Yorkshireman, 55, twice reached the Prem as a player with Leicester and won four managerial promotions from League One with Blackpool, Leeds, Huddersfield and Preston. Advertisement 4 Simon Grayson has won the league title in Nepal Credit: X @Hussainov1ch 4 He joined Lalitpur City for their two-month league season Credit: INSTAGRAM He had been out of work following a spell managing Grayson's team beat Pokhara Thunders 2-1 in Saturday's title decider to give him another triumph on his CV. Speaking from Kathmandu, the former 'I spoke to the owners and thought, 'Why not?' Advertisement READ MORE IN FOOTBALL 'It's a seven-team league and the season only lasted two months but we've gone unbeaten and won the play-off final last weekend. 'It's been a fantastic football and life experience but I wasn't out here for a holiday — I wanted to win the league. "I said this to the players — and I genuinely mean it — but winning this title in Nepal is just as important to me as everything I achieved as a player and manager. 'To be the best team in the tournament and win the final made it very much mission accomplished. Advertisement Most read in Football BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK 'Since I've been at Lalitpur, I've got three players into the Nepal national squad for the first time. 'The owners have been chuffed to bits with what we've achieved and the players have been great.' Grayson has lived alone in a hotel for two months and says there has been surreal moments — including meeting Advertisement During a game against Pokhara earlier this month, an opposition official protested a decision and ended up fighting with the match commissioner. Grayson added: 'I've been in football nearly 40 years and seen some things but nothing like that. 'They disputed a goal not being given but there was no way anyone could say if it had crossed the line or not because we don't have VAR. 'It was crazy to see the Pokhara official rolling around with the match commissioner before the police got involved. Advertisement 4 Simon Grayson won promotion to the Championship four times Credit: Getty 4 Grayson spent several years at Leicester as a player Credit: Alamy 'Roberto Carlos was out here to promote the league, so it was nice to catch up with him.' Grayson heads home to Yorkshire this week with a renewed appetite for management... and English grub. Advertisement He explained: 'The Nepalese cuisine is OK but quite repetitive and I've missed having some roast beef and Yorkshire pudding. 'I'm looking forward to a full 'I've missed my family and my dog, so I'm looking forward to getting back home to some normality. 'But it's been a great opportunity while I'm waiting for jobs to come up. Advertisement 'After my first game, some 'I was probably let down at Blackpool and Fleetwood by owners who promised me the world but delivered nothing. 'But I've had clubs who have backed me, so I know what I can do. 'I've been out of my comfort zone in Nepal but it has confirmed I still have the fire in my belly.' Advertisement
