Premier League legend Nobby Solano has taken a shock new role in the seventh tier.
The former Newcastle United maestro is now the gaffer at Blyth Spartans, following their relegation from the Vanarama National League North. The deal was clinched on Friday (May 3) after successful negotiations with the club’s bigwigs.
Blyth are aiming to make a comeback after a lacklustre season that saw them demoted to The Pitching In Northern Premier League. They bid farewell to ex-Gateshead striker Jon Shaw before announcing Solano’s appointment.
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Fresh from his international coaching gig with Peru, including at the 2018 World Cup and Copa America, as well as a jaunt in Sweden with Eskilstuna, Solano is buzzing to get started on his latest challenge, reports the Mirror.
“It’s a wonderful challenge,” Solano beamed. “I’m really pleased. One of the reasons I accepted is the way my ex-teammate, Steve Howard showed me the ambition of the club which is some I love.
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“It will be a great opportunity to work with the local lads. I know Blyth very well. It’s a very popular team in the North East. I’m very excited, with these wonderful players and the new owner, we need to to work hard, work together and get back up into National League North.”
Blyth Spartans’ Sporting Director, Howard, expressed his delight at the appointment, stating: “I am absolutely delighted my ex-teammate has decided to join Blyth Spartans as first team manager. His wealth of experience and coaching skills will be invaluable.
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“I’m looking forward to working closely with Nobby to create a team that will get back to the level they should be, and ultimately bring success to the club for years to come.”
Chairman Irfan Liaquat echoed the sentiment, saying: “We are delighted to introduce Nolberto Solano as our new first team manager. A highly talented individual with the perfect blend of skills, expertise, and plenty of flair.
“His exceptional talent, coupled with his extensive network, positions him to achieve great success with as we start our rebuild. I believe Nobby holds the key to what we’ve potentially been missing previously.”