Doncaster Rovers League One rivals bring in Liverpool U23s coach as new boss

Blackpool have confirmed the appointment of Liverpool u23s coach Neil Critchley as their new boss.

By Liam Hoden

Published 2nd Mar 2020, 10:31 BST

Updated 2nd Mar 2020, 11:12 BST

Blackpool FC have appointed Neil Critchley as their new head coach

The 41-year-old takes over from Simon Grayson, who was sacked last month after just seven months in charge.

Critchley has been credited with overseeing the progression of the likes of Harvey Elliott, Curtis Jones and Neco Williams, who have all tasted first-team action this season.

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Critchley’s appointment as head coach, rather than manager, brings an end to Blackpool’s 19-day search for a new boss.

The Seasiders had approaches knocked back for both Karl Robinson, at Oxford United, and Swindon Town manager and former Rovers midfielder Richie Wellens.

Rovers are due to take on Critchley’s new side in the final game of the regular season, at Bloomfield Road on May 3.