Lawrie Sanchez has been drafted in by Fulham to replace outgoing manager Chris Coleman. Sanchez joins Fulham until the end of the season initially and speculation is rife that he may stay on, managing both club and country. A statement from Fulham released late on Tuesday night explained: “Chris Coleman has provided a fantastic service during his ten years at the Club and it is disappointing that the Club has no alternative but to part company. After consultation with the Irish FA President Jim Boyce it is agreed that Lawrie Sanchez will join as Caretaker Manager for the remaining five Premiership games of the season.” His first game in charge of the Royals will be away to Reading on Saturday.
Howard Wells, the Chief Executive of the IFA, has reassured fans that Sanchez will see out the remainder of his contract. He said: “He has given a commitment to me with regards to seeing out his contract with Northern Ireland. Fulham have also given a commitment to me this is an appointment for the remaining five matches until the end of the season. If circumstances change they (Fulham) will want to discuss things further with us. Fulham have gone through the right process. They rang me last night seeking permission to speak to Lawrie. Lawrie then spoke to me to ask what our view was.” |
