New Birmingham City manager Lee Clark to be officially unveiled at press conference today

by ITV Central
The former Huddersfield boss will be officially unveiled as the new Birmingham manager today
The former Huddersfield boss will be officially unveiled as the new Birmingham manager today Photo: PA

Lee Clark has been named as the new manager of Birmingham city.

The former Huddersfield boss will be officially unveiled at a press conference today at St Andrews.

The 39-year-old underwent two rounds of interviews to get the position, after former manager Chris Hughton left the team for a position at Norwich three weeks ago.

The length of Clark's contract has not been disclosed.

The length of Lee Clark's contract at Birmingham City has not been disclosed
The length of Lee Clark's contract at Birmingham City has not been disclosed Credit: PA

"The shortlist of four, out of the 22 applicants, that we put together meant that the appointment of Lee Clark was carefully studied and was a thorough and informed decision by the board.

"I now expect the fans to give him their full support."

– Peter Pannu, Birmingham City acting chairman

Clark will take charge immediately and will be assisted by Terry McDermott.