PAUL SCHOLES was named Interim Manager of Salford after the club’s 92-strong owners fired Graham Alexander.
A statement released on Monday confirmed the former Manchester United midfielder’s appointment.
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The 45-year-old Scholes was part of the consortium that bought 50 percent of the Minnows in 2014.
In Class 92, which included David Beckham, Gary Neville, Ryan Giggs, Nicky Butt and Phil Neville, the ex-England star even took over the helm of a game in 2015.
City quickly increased their funding to the second division, where they occupy fifth place in the table.
But Neville and Scholes watched as two late goals on Saturday resulted in a draw with Tranmere, leading to Alexander’s sacking.
According to Mail, Scholes was reluctant to take over and Warren Joyce, the club development manager, is expected to step in and help once he has completed a period of self-isolation.
His only serious management endeavor was a seven-game stint at Oldham last year.
After accepting he sold his stake in Salford when he accepted the offer to coach the Latics, he only won once and dropped out with owner Abdallah Lemsagam.
Ambitious Salford fans were surprised that 49-year-old Alexander was sacked after an unbeaten start to the league season.
Paul Scholes will act as interim coach while the club is looking to recruit a new manager.
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The Scot led the club to promotion from the National League in their first season, fourth promotion in five years, before finishing eleventh in 2019-20.
Salford supporter Broughton wrote online: “Wow, I didn’t see this coming. Except.”
While Andrew commented, “It’s like he tried to get fired on those submarines over the weekend.”
Another Twitter user wrote: “If you actually had fans, they would be devastated. An amazing decision.”
A statement from the club read: “Salford City Football Club announces that manager Graham Alexander has left the club with immediate effect. The club met with Graham this morning and after discussion agreed to split up.
“The club would like to thank Graham for his contribution and hard work. In his first season he took the team to Wembley, which led to promotion to the second division, and in his second season he reached the Leasing.com Trophy final.
“The club wishes him all the best and every success for the future. The first team coach, Chris Lucketti, will also leave the club.
“Paul Scholes will act as interim coach while the club are looking to recruit a new coach. Warren Joyce, currently in isolation, will join Paul as soon as he is able to.”
