Source: TheGuardian
Sunderland appoint Phil Parkinson as new manager to replace Jack Ross
• Former Bolton boss given two-and-a-half-year contract• Chairman points to ‘proven track record of promotion’Sunderland have appointed Phil Parkinson as their new manager on a two-and-a-half-year contract.The 51-year-old, who will be assisted by Steve Parkin, replaces Jack Ross after the Scot was relieved of his duties earlier this month following a 2-0 League One defeat at Lincoln, just the Black Cats’ second in all competitions this season. Related: Sunderland sack Jack Ross for failing to meet owner’s expectations Continue reading......read full article
