Former Manchester United manager David Moyes appointed as Sunderland manager

David Moyes

Sunderland have named former Manchester United manager David Moyes as their new boss ahead of the 2016-17 Premier League season that kicks off on August 13.

This comes even after England FA’s appointment of Sam Allardyce as former boss Roy Hodgson successor on Friday.

The Premier League side on Saturday announced Moyes as a replacement for Sam Allardyce, offering him a four-year contract.

The 53-year-old has since signed the contract at the Stadium of Light.

"We are absolutely delighted to welcome David Moyes to Sunderland, who was by far and away our first choice," Sunderland chairman Ellis said.

Speaking after signing, Moyes said he will be continuing big Sam's job at Sunderland.

“I have taken over a big British club, with a great support and I’m looking forward to working in the Premier League again.” said Moyes

“I look forward to continuing the good work done by Sam.”

The Scottish took charge of Manchester United after sir Alex Ferguson's retirement during the 2013-14 Premier League campaign.

However, his reign did not last after failing to lead the Red Devils to the Standards of Ferguson.

Moyes was also Preston North End boss winning the Second Division title and spent 11 years at Everton.

 

Edited by Musalia Wycliffe/Standard Digital