Edinburgh, Scotland (My Sportsbook) - Hibernian has confirmed the capture of John Hughes as their new manager on a three-year deal. Hughes, a former Hibs players, arrived at Easter Road following a compensation deal agreed with Falkirk for his release. Hughes had been at Falkirk for six years, guiding his side to the Scottish Cup final in 2009, which secured a UEFA Europa League place for the 2009/10 season. Hibernian chairman Rod Petrie commented: "I am delighted to announce that John Hughes has been appointed manager of Hibernian Football Club. "Appropriate arrangements were agreed with Falkirk Football Club to secure John's release and John has signed a three-year contract with Hibernian. "We anticipate that Brian Rice will join John at the club as assistant manager on his return from holiday. "I am sure too that John will galvanize everyone connected with Hibernian and drive the club forward. "The board will never lose sight of the requirement for Hibernian FC to be competing for honors and we see John as the ideal candidate to achieve this." (Courtesy of sportbox.tv) |
