Bradford City have officially announced Graham Alexander as the new head coach for their first-team.
The 52-year-old, who was recently dismissed by League Two rivals MK Dons, will join Valley Parade under a contract that runs until the end of the 2025-26 season.
The Scottish manager is taking over from Mark Hughes, who departed Bradford last month.
Chris Lucketti, who is a longtime collaborator with Alexander at various clubs, has been named as the new assistant manager for the Bantams.
Before this appointment, Alexander has had managerial stints with Fleetwood, Scunthorpe, Salford, and the Scottish club Motherwell. Notably, he led Motherwell to a spot in the Europa Conference League for the 2021-22 season.
Speaking to the club's media team, Alexander said: “It is really good to be here. I am very excited about the role, the potential of the team and the club.
“Me and Chris have been here quite a few times as a management duo competing against Bradford City, but it will be good to be on the right side, now.
“When the stadium is full and the crowd is behind the team, it is a really difficult venue to come and play at, so we have to make it a tough place for everyone else to visit.
“Joining a club, you have to look at the short-term improvements you can make, but also look at the potential of what you can do. Here, for me, that scope is endless.
“I am really excited for the weekend. You will not see me sat down in the dugout too much, but we know what this venue is like for a game of football, and we are looking forward to getting our supporters behind this team and bringing them excitement.”
👔 | Welcome to #BCAFC, Graham Alexander!
— Bradford City AFC (@officialbantams) November 6, 2023
