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BBC News
2 days ago
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Cardiff defend manager hunt delay ahead of 'crucial' appointment
Cardiff City say the delay in naming a new manager has been down to "essential" checks to make sure they get right "one of the most important appointments" in their Bluebirds have held advanced talks with Leicester City assistant manager Brian Barry-Murphy as they close in on finally appointing a new permanent Oxford United manager Des Buckingham has also been in the frame following a lengthy process overseen by a specially-formed panel included former Rangers and Swansea director of football Mark Allen, a representative from agents Wasserman and academy manager Gavin Chesterfield, with owner Vincent Tan having the final the process, Chesterfield said: "We worked to a clear mandate from the board of directors, which led us to consider three styles - experienced managers, up and coming managers/head coaches and international based options."We worked through a long list of talented options according to a clear criterion to ensure consistency of process."It has taken longer than initially expected, but this is a crucial decision at a key time for our football club."Having started with a blank canvas, we are proud of the final options presented to the board for consideration. This is an appointment that everyone wants to get right for the future of Cardiff City."It is more than a month since Cardiff's relegation from the Championship – with Aaron Ramsey in temporary charge after Omer Riza was sacked with three games of the season remaining – leading to criticism from director Steve Borley said: "We understand that concerns have been expressed regarding the length of the process, and while initially the plan was to have the manager, and his staff, in place before now, the correct due diligence, however long it took, was essential to the ongoing success of the club."This is one of the most important appointments in Cardiff City's recent history."We've been immensely impressed by the standard of those who wish to lead our football club. We are excited to share a further positive update soon regarding the appointment of a new management team once the necessary negotiations have been concluded."
BBC News
05-06-2025
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- BBC News
Gateshead aim to appoint new boss 'next week' despite Fifa ban
Gateshead expect to appoint a replacement for departed manager Carl Magnay by the end of next week despite confirming a Fifa registration ban on transfers is hanging over the Bernard McWilliams released a statement, external on Wednesday regarding the restriction on player registrations, arising from what he described as a "situation with Fifa relating to a previous transfer from several years ago".But both club and board are confident the issue will not stop the club interviewing candidates to succeed Magnay, with a new appointment likely to be announced at the end of next are dealing with major upheaval following takeover uncertainty and the resignations of former chairman Neil Pinkerton and manager Magnay, plus the departures of head of recruitment Luke Clark, club doctor Ross Floyd and captain Greg Olley. "A Fifa registration ban that covers both domestic and international transfers had been imposed against us," said a statement from the chairman, external. "Once I became aware, I contacted Fifa over the matter to identify what needs to be done to rectify and lift the ban and we should have it resolved swiftly."This will not impact any planning we have in place with both manager and player recruitment."Magnay, who guided the club to eighth place in the National League last season, resigned on Monday but McWilliams said the club had already been "inundated" with applications for the manager's club plan to shortlist candidates this weekend for interviews and hope to be in a position to appoint a new manager by the end of next week.
