Source: TheGuardian
Leeds leave Barnsley reeling after appointing Paul Heckingbottom
• Heckingbottom confirmed as Leeds manager• ‘The club are shocked,’ admit Oakwell clubLeeds United have named the Barnsley manager, Paul Heckingbottom, as Thomas Christiansen’s successor at Elland Road.After sacking the Dane on Sunday the club were keen on a swift appointment, with Heckingbottom at the top of the three-man wishlist of chairman Andrea Radrizzani. Heckingbottom signed a new rolling contract with Barnsley on Friday but Leeds activated the release clause and the 40-year-old was confirmed in his new role on Tuesday morning. Related: Leeds United sack manager Thomas Christiansen after dismal run Continue reading......read full article
