Birmingham City has announced the appointment of Tony Mowbray as their new manager on Monday, following the dismissal of Wayne Rooney. The former Sunderland and West Bromwich Albion boss has agreed to a two-and-a-half-year deal with the Championship strugglers, becoming Birmingham's third manager this season after the earlier dismissals of John Eustace and Rooney.
Expressing his enthusiasm for the new role, Mowbray stated, "I am excited to be joining Birmingham at this time. I can't wait to get back on the training pitch and start working with this talented group of players." He acknowledged the passion of Birmingham's supporters and anticipated their full support for the team in the upcoming fixtures, starting with the match against Swansea on Saturday.
Mowbray, who was recently dismissed by Sunderland in December despite leading them to the playoffs last season, brings his managerial experience to the helm of Birmingham City. The appointment marks a new chapter for the Championship club as they seek stability and progress under Mowbray's leadership.
The managerial shuffle comes after the brief tenure of former Manchester United and England star Rooney, who was relieved of his duties after just 83 days in charge. Mowbray's arrival signals the club's determination to chart a positive course for the remainder of the season and address their challenges in the Championship.