Notts County confirm appointment of John Sheridan as manager

Notts County have revealed that Oldham Athletic boss John Sheridan has put pen to paper on a three-year contract to manage Notts County.

The 51-year-old helped the Latics to 17th place in League One last season having taken over in January with the team in 22nd position and five points from safety.

Prior to that, Sheridan managed Newport County, who were bottom of League Two having gained five points from the first ten matches, and they too were transformed within a short space of time, which helped them avoid relegation.

Mark Crossley also joins the club as assistant manager, having previously worked alongside Sheridan at Chesterfield.

Alan Smith, Mike Edwards and Kevin Pilkington, meanwhile, complete the Magpies backroom setup whilst remaining available as squad players.

Sheridan told the Notts County official website: “I’m delighted to be joining Notts County and relishing the opportunity to get the club challenging for promotion to League One.

“The decision to leave Oldham was not an easy one and I will always retain my affection for the club and its fans.

“Notts County is a big club - far bigger than its current league position suggests and having taken Chesterfield to the League Two title, I know what is required to succeed and get the club back to a higher level.”

“As both an opposition player and manager over the years, the tremendous home support has always made it a tough place come  – this passion can make a real difference and give us a huge advantage in our endeavours next season.”

The club also confirmed that Richard Dryden has left Meadow Lane with immediate effect.

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