Watford have confirmed the appointment of Valerien Ismael as the club’s new head coach. The 47-year-old replaces Chris Wilder, whose short-term contract came to an end following Watford’s final Championship game of the season. On the appointment, Watford technical director, Ben Manga said: Being able to appoint a new coach so soon in May means the club can prepare very well together for next season.
A month ago, the Hornets announced Wilder would remain as manager until at least the end of the season, quashing speculation he was set to be sacked after just 36 days in charge. Watford have already had more managers since the turn of the century, 28 in 23 years and five months than they did in the previous 100 years 27 since 1903 Watford finished in 11th position, six points off the play-offs.
Chidozie Chima | August 16, 2024
