Steve Bruce returns to management with Blackpool

Steve Bruce is back in management with Sky Bet League One Blackpool.

Bruce has signed a two-year contract to replace Neil Critchley, who was sacked on August 21 after opening the current campaign with successive defeats.

The 63-year-old former Manchester United defender left his most recent role at West Brom in October 2022, just eight months into an 18-month contract.

“I’m delighted to be back in football and to take charge of this fantastic football club,” Bruce said.

“I look forward to meeting all of the staff and players in the coming days as we prepare for what we all hope will be an exciting season at Bloomfield Road.”