Bristol Rovers appoint ex-West Brom and Crystal Palace coach Ben Garner as their new manager, the club confirmed this morning.
The 39-year-old, who was linked with Bradford City in 2018, has signed a two-and-half-year contract at Rovers, who are fourth in the League One table and replaces Graham Coughlan, who resigned to take over at Mansfield Town last week.
? The Club is delighted to announce the appointment of Ben Garner as First-Team Manager!#BristolRovers
— Bristol Rovers (@Official_BRFC) December 23, 2019
Speaking about the appointment, CEO Martyn Starnes said: “Ben was the outstanding candidate for the role and someone who really stood out to us during the interview process and we are delighted that he has agreed terms to become the first-team Manager.
“It was a meticulous process undertaken in order to appoint a replacement for Graham Coughlan and we are confident that we have found the right Manager to progress the club moving forward.
“Ben has a wealth of experience in the game and we look forward to supporting Ben is his role here at the club.
“Ben has a great record of working with younger players and we are keen for the close ties between the first-team and Academy to be expanded further, showcasing a pathway for young players.
“As part of our discussions with Ben around the role and the shared expectations, we have devised a plan to ensure that the good work achieved during the first half of the season is continued into the New Year, with the collective vision of helping the club push for the highest league finish as possible.”
Club President, Wael Al-Qadi added: “I’m delighted to welcome Ben to the club and wish him every success in the role.
“I’m sure that the fans will get behind Ben and the team as they look to resume the fine form achieved over recent weeks.”
Kevin Maher (First Team Coach), Adrian Tucker (Goalkeeper Coach) and Lee Mansell (Development Squad Manager) will all continue to work as part of Ben’s backroom staff.
?A first message to the Rovers fans from our new Manager…
?Moving forward together! #BristolRovers pic.twitter.com/Ynsd8qCPJR
— Bristol Rovers (@Official_BRFC) December 23, 2019
After finding out that Bristol Rovers appoint ex-West Brom and Crystal Palace coach Ben Garner as their new manager, fans gave their thoughts, many wanted Ian Holloway, others were pleased with the appointment – see those tweets on the next page.
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