Grimsby Town have confirmed the appointment of former Blues boss Paul Hurst as their new manager.
Hurst, 46, has signed a deal until June 2023 at Blundell Park and is joined by his Town assistant Chris Doig. Hurst, who watched last night’s 0-0 home draw with Oldham, was previously in charge at Grimsby between March 2011 and October 2016.
"It's a bit surreal to be back!” Hurst told the Mariners’ official site. "It brings back a lot of nice memories too. It's great to see a lot of familiar faces here still and I have enjoyed it.
"Not much has changed, many of the faces are still the same but that can be a positive. In terms of getting to know people that's easily done, I already know the people here so that'll be an easy transition.
"No one wants to see the club where it is [22nd in League Two]. There is no doubt that it is a perilous position.
"There is no point in hiding away from that fact and after being a big part in helping the club get back into the League, I can hopefully play a big part in making sure that we are still there come the end of the season.”
Hurst was in charge of the Blues for just 149 days between May and October 2019. His most recent job prior to today's appointment was at Scunthorpe between May 2019 and January 2020.