Bradford appoint new caretaker boss after first caretaker steps down from caretaker role
Bradford City have appointed a second caretaker boss after sacking Mark Hughes, with the first, Kevin McDonald, returning to his previous role as the League Two side's troubles continue
Bradford City have appointed a second caretaker boss after the first caretaker stepped down from the role.
The Bantams are still looking for a new boss after Mark Hughes was sacked with the team languishing towards the bottom of League Two last month. Kevin McDonald initially stepped up, but he has since been replaced by Mark Trueman and returned to his previous role.
Ryan Sparks, Bradford's chief executive officer, said: “Our search for a new manager is ongoing, and we are currently staging final interviews with candidates. This is a very important appointment and, as with any decision of this magnitude, a great deal of due diligence has been undertaken.
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“I would like to thank Kevin McDonald for stepping up and leading the side over the past six matches. Kevin has conducted himself admirably throughout, both on and off the field, securing some important results for the club.
“We had a conversation over the weekend, and agreed that following the EFL Trophy game against Manchester City Under-21s, would come the right time for Kevin to step back into the dressing room as a player.
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“Mark Trueman is no stranger to this role, and has our full backing and confidence heading into this weekend’s FA Cup first round visit of Wycombe. The next update we provide will be the unveiling of our new men’s first-team manager.”
Bradford are winless in three in the league, and they now sit in 16th. However, the West Yorkshire outfit are looking a potential cup run as they welcome Wycombe to Valley Parade on Saturday.