Hartlepool United are delighted to announce the appointment of Simon Grayson as the Club’s new First Team Manager with immediate effect.
The former Premier League player comes with an impressive record in management including no less than four EFL promotions with Preston North End, Huddersfield Town, Leeds United and Blackpool FC.
More recently, Simon has experienced management roles in both the Nepal and Indian Super Leagues, providing him with a total of 775 games in management and a 41% win ratio.
A further update on backroom staff, who will support Simon, will be announced in due course.
Club Chairman, Raj Singh commented:
“I’m delighted that Simon has accepted the role. Simon is someone who has been on our radar for a while and he’s been my preferred candidate in the past when we’ve looked for managers, but for one reason or the other it didn’t come off. He comes with vast experience including promotions in EFL. The Board unanimously decided to go for Simon and it’s great that we’ve been able to secure him for an initial 2 year period. We’re all looking forward to the working with him. That work starts immediately as we look to build a squad that pushes for promotion next season.”
Upon Joining Pools, Simon Grayson commented:
“I really happy to join Hartlepool United FC . The club has gone through some tough times recently but by working hard together as a staff and fanbase we can bring back the good times which this football club deserves. Hartlepool is a club with real potential and I’m excited by the prospect of what we can achieve here. I can’t wait to get started.”
