14-05-2025
LEAGUE TWO: Rovers appoint former Port Vale boss as their new manager
LEAGUE Two side Tranmere Rovers have appointed Andy Crosby as their new manager.
The 52-year-old has taken over on a permanent basis at Prenton Park, following a spell as the club's interim manager over the past two and a half months.
Crosby guided Tranmere to six wins and five draws from his 13 games in temporary charge following the departure of Nigel Adkins, guiding them to League Two safety.
🤍 Andy Crosby's Super White Army!#TRFC #SWA
— Tranmere Rovers FC (@TranmereRovers) May 14, 2025
Crosby told the Tranmere website: 'To represent this football club – and everything it stands for, including hard work, commitment, and unity – is something I'm extremely proud of.
"I'd like to personally thank all the players and staff, both at The Campus and at Prenton Park, for their support during my interim spell. Their dedication and professionalism have played a huge part in getting me to this point.
"I'd also like to thank the supporters. Their backing over the past few months has been outstanding, and I'm looking forward to continuing to strengthen that positive relationship.'
📝 Tranmere Rovers are delighted to announce the appointment of Andy Crosby as First Team Manager.#TRFC #SWA
— Tranmere Rovers FC (@TranmereRovers) May 14, 2025
Tranmere chairman Mark Palios said: 'Andy achieved everything I asked of him as Interim Manager, turning a team that was struggling for confidence into one which was very difficult to beat and, crucially, securing our place in the EFL.
"He led the team to some great results in the final quarter of the season, was bold in his decision making, tactics, and substitutions, and formed a great togetherness in the squad.
'He is well respected by the staff and has a fantastic drive to succeed, which I'm sure will serve us well.'
