Sheffield Appoints Jokanovic As New Manager

Sheffield United have appointed Slavisa Jokanovic as their new manager.

The 52-year-old has penned a three-year deal at the Blades following their relegation to the second tier.

The club had been looking to replace Chris Wilder following his sacking in March.

Paul Heckingbottom had taken temporary charge for the final 10 matches of the season.

Jokanovic led Watford to the Premier League in 2015 as second tier runners-up to Bournemouth. In 2018, Jokanovic’s Fulham won promotion via the play-offs.

After leaving Fulham, the 52 year-old was appointed manager of Al-Gharafa, steered them to fourth in the Qatari League and a place in the Asian Football Confederation Champions League.

Jokanovic’s contract with Al-Gharafa was due to expire next month.