English Premier League struggling side Norwich City have officially confirmed the appointment of Dean Smith as their new head coach eight days after has was sacked as Aston Villa manager and replaced by Steven Gerrard. The 50-year-old left his job at Villa Park just eight days ago but has made an instant return to the English Premier League, having penned a two-and-a-half-year deal with Norwich.
Dean Smith Appointed as Norwich City New Head Coach
He is joined at Carrow Road by his long-term assistant head coach Craig Shakespeare. Commenting on his appointment, Smith said: “It has been a whirlwind seven days, but I’m pleased to be back and working for Norwich City in the Premier League.”
He also said: “Clearly, there has been some wonderful work that has gone into this football club over the last four and a half years. It is now the job of myself and Craig to continue and improve on that work with the ultimate aim of surviving in the Premier League.”
“Norwich City is a big club, with a massive hardcore of supporters who are fully understanding in what it means to be part of the club and its community.”
Dean Smith spoke of his childhood love for Norwich City, saying he grew up in an era when the club was competing in Europe.
The manager also said he has a connection with the club and the fans, staff, and players. Smith’s first game in charge will be against Southampton, which was the last game as an Aston Villa Manager, and the game will come up on the 20th of November after the current international break.
