Ange Postecoglou appointed Al Nassr head coach on two-year deal
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Ange Postecoglou has signed a two-year contract to become the new head coach of Al Nassr, replacing Jorge Jesus with immediate effect. The Australian manager previously coached Tottenham Hotspur and Celtic.
Ange Postecoglou has signed a two-year contract to become the new head coach of Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr, the club announced. The Australian manager replaces Jorge Jesus with immediate effect.
Postecoglou, formerly of Tottenham Hotspur and Celtic, takes over the role effective immediately. The 59-year-old returns to management after leaving Spurs earlier this year.
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