Middlesbrough FC have announced that Gareth Southgate will be the new manager, replacing Steve McClaren. This is a bit controversial, as Southgate does not (yet) have the necessary paperwork:
Posted by Nicholas at June 7, 2006 10:31 AMSouthgate, who won 57 caps for England, joined Boro from Aston Villa in a £6.5m deal in summer 2001, and has made more than 200 appearances for the club.
The 35-year-old defender has been given the job despite not possessing the relevant Uefa coaching qualifications.
Club chairman Steve Gibson said: "We have fast-tracked Gareth because we let our previous manager, Steve McClaren, become the new England coach."
However, Boro have until 12 weeks after the league season kicks off on 19 August to explain why Southgate should be permitted to manage without the required Uefa Pro Licence, the BBC understands.
If they are unable to make a case that is satisfactory to the Premier League, the Football Association and the League Managers' Association action could be taken against them.
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