He will end his managerial exile by taking the hot-seat at struggling Coventry. The former Barnsley boss who has been out of work since leaving Oakwell at the end of the 2010/11 season, beat off bigger-name rivals for the Sky Blues job. (Todays Daily Mirror)
I say good luck to him, i hope he does an excellent job. Always found Mark Robins to be a top man when at Oakwell.
New Coventry manager Mark Robins has been given permission to sign and get rid of how many players he likes, within budget, to make sure City are targeting a top six play off place. One player close to signing is Stoke midfielder Diego Arismendi. Robins had a close relationship with the Premier League club whilst at Barnsley and wants to sign for the former Uruguay international until the New Year. Robins is also wanting to sign former Leeds young goalkeeper Jonathan Lund. The 24 year old is now a free agent after being released by Burnley in 2010 and will train with City until the end of next week with a view to a one and a half year deal. Robins is also thought to be keen on bringing some of his own staff in. It is unsure who Robins wants as his assistant but it is certain that he will employ Nick Daws as his First Team Coach. Daws worked with Robins at Barnsley. The 42 year old is also wanting to have a closer look at the youth with finances stricken. Robins is expected to approach Burnley for their Youth Team Coach John Mullin. The former Rotherham and Tranmere player is only 37 and may be interested in a role at The Ricoh.
interesting to see diego arismendi is being linked again. been made available by Stoke which would make sense him moving to cov. just hope he doesn't sign mcshane paying half of his £24000 a week wage and paying garry o'connor £20000 a week or theyll be going under