Liverpool FC have officially named Kenny Dalglish as their permanent manager after giving the Scotsman a three year contract. Kop legend Dalglish was temporarily given the reigns after Roy Hodgson’s horror start to the season and has brought a turnaround in their fortunes that has seen Liverpool move up the table and compete with Tottenham for a spot in the Europa League next season, something that looked improbable around Christmas time.
The Fenway Sports Group, Liverpool’s owners, announced Dalglish’s permanent managerial appointment and also gave first team coach Steve Clarke a three year deal.
Here is John W Henry had to say about his decision regarding appointing Dalglish as Liverpool’s permanent manager.
“Since returning in January he has shown extraordinary leadership and the ability to bring the best out of so many people associated with the club. It was obvious to us very early on that the atmosphere surrounding the club had been transformed by his presence.
“No one else could have produced such a response. Therefore, I’m delighted we have agreed to a new contract. We didn’t need nor want to look elsewhere for the right man to manage the team.
“Working closely with him, we’ve seen first-hand his love for the club and his determination to do whatever is necessary to produce a winning side again.
“He has a unique relationship with our supporters and embodies everything that is special about the Liverpool way of doing things. Liverpool enjoys a global standing within the sport, but having Kenny in the dugout will help us in our efforts to bring the best available talent to the Club as we continue to move the club forward.