Confirmed: Blackburn appoint former Aston Villa manager as Gary Bowyer replacement

Paul Lambert takes charge at Blackburn

BLACKBURN have appointed Paul Lambert as their new manager.

 

Rovers, currently 16th in the Championship standings, sacked Gary Bowyer on Tuesday following a run of one win in six league games.

The 46-year-old, who has been out of work since he parted ways with Aston Villa in February, will be joined by ex-Rovers player and youth team coach Alan Irvine as his assistant. 

 

Lambert said: “I would like to thank the owners and board of directors for giving me the opportunity to manage such a fantastic club.

"Blackburn Rovers is a club with superb support and fine traditions, being a founding member of both the Football League and the Premier League.

 

Gary Bowyer was sacked as Blackburn manager on Tuesday

"After a short period out of the game, I feel refreshed and I am really looking forward to the challenge ahead.

"I bring with me a very trusted backroom team that I believe is equipped to help me create an exciting era for the club and hope to deliver a brand of football that will both entertain the supporters and bring success.”