Relegated Southampton hire Martin as new manager
Russell Martin vowed to lead Southampton back to the Premier League after being hired as the relegated club’s new manager on Wednesday.
Martin has moved to Southampton from fellow Championship side Swansea on a three-year contract.
The 37-year-old oversaw Swansea’s 10th place finish in the Championship last season and has been entrusted with the task of lifting the Saints back into the top-flight.
“It’s a privilege to accept this opportunity at Southampton, a club with such a long and rich history,” Martin said.
“My aim is to get this club back where it belongs, in the top flight of English football.
“I am ready for this challenge and will give everything to achieve this aim and to give the supporters a team that makes them proud. I’m thrilled to be here and cannot wait for the work to begin.”
Martin, who spent two years with Swansea after starting his managerial career at Milton Keynes Dons, replaces Ruben Selles at St Mary’s followi
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