Southampton have this morning confirmed the appointment of Nathan Jones as their new manager following the dismissal of Ralph Hasenhuttl.
Jones, 49, has left Championship side Luton Town to take up the role on the South Coast signing a three-and-a-half-year contract.
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Nathan Jones has been appointed Men’s First Team Manager, signing a contract until 2026:
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Hasenhuttl was in charge at St Mary’s for almost four years, but was sacked on Monday following Sunday’s 4-1 defeat to Newcastle. Saints had one win in their last nine matches and are currently sitting in 18th in the table.
Jones certainly had a successful second spell at Luton, and he guided them to last season’s play-offs – however they were knocked out by Huddersfield Town in the semi-finals.
“I’m really proud to be given this opportunity,” said Jones.
“I know a lot about the club from back in the days of The Dell, to coming here to St Mary’s, and it’s a wonderful football club.
“I wanted to manage in the Premier League, I’ve dreamt of that since I became a coach, but this club in particular – because of how it’s run, because of the structure, because of how they look deeper than just results – really appeals to me.
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