Darren Purse is appointed as the new manager of Sligo Rovers, leaving his previous role as manager of Cardiff City’s Under-21s. The former defender takes over from John Russell, who departs to join Shelbourne. Purse arrives with the aim of improving Sligo’s position in the SSE Airtricity Men’s Premier Division, where the club currently sits at the bottom and is close to the relegation places. With 12 games remaining in the league season, Sligo are reported to be five points from safety, and Purse is expected to lead the club’s efforts to avoid relegation.
Both outlets report that Purse has signed an 18-month contract. His first fixtures include an upcoming home match against Drogheda United. The appointment follows Russell’s recent move to a domestic rival, and Sligo now begin a new coaching spell under Purse as they seek results to lift the team away from the relegation battle.
