Ex-Leeds United boss Steve Evans named as new man at Mansfield Town

Former Leeds United boss Steve Evans has returned to management and taken over at League Two outfit Mansfield Town.
By The Newsroom
Published 16th Nov 2016, 14:29 BST
Updated 16th Nov 2016, 16:13 BST
Steve Evans cried at the end of his final match in charge of Leeds UnitedSteve Evans cried at the end of his final match in charge of Leeds United
Steve Evans cried at the end of his final match in charge of Leeds United

Mansfield have been quick to replace Adam Murray, who only stepped down as boss on Tuesday.

Evans has been out of work since he was sacked as Leeds boss at the end of last season after leading the club to a 13th-placed finish in the Championship.

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The 54-year-old Scot has been linked with several posts in the opening months of the season, including at former club Rotherham United prior to Kenny Jackett taking over.

Charlton Athletic had also been rumoured to be interested in securing his services.

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