New Manager At Chester

Chester have appointed Phil Parkinson as their new manager.

He will be assisted by Neil Sorvel.

Parkinson departed Altrincham last October and since then, he has acted as interim manager of Fleetwood Town U21s.  

CFU chair Nick Phillipson told the club's website: 

"Today we open a new and exciting chapter in the recent history of Chester FC with the appointment of Phil Parkinson as first team manager, with Neil Sorvel as his assistant.

"Phil was our preferred choice from the start. He brings a wealth of experience from his time resurrecting and consolidating Altrincham back into the National League.

"He developed their Academy and produced a pathway for players to further their careers and brought both value and financial benefits to their club. This aligns with our values and thinking as a fan-owned club.

"The board are confident that Phil will be able to bring us the success we all want: promotion back to the National League."