Jack Ross explained that he was drawn by a sense of “buzz and excitement” after he was named as Dundee United’s new head coach.
The 46-year-old former Alloa, St Mirren, Sunderland and Hibernian manager has been appointed on a two-year contract. Ross, who has been out of work since being sacked by the Easter Road club in December, replaces Tam Courts who left last week to take charge of Hungarian side Honved. “I’ve had a spell out of management and was happy to have a break,” the new boss told the United website. “I’ve had offers from Scotland, England and overseas to return to work but I haven’t had that real buzz of excitement that you need to go in and do a good job. “In all the conversations I’ve had with the club, I’ve felt that buzz and excitement.
I firmly believe I’ve been given a fantastic opportunity at a terrific football club. “What we did last year was brilliant, but the challenge is to deliver consistent success to the club. “There’s a historical aspect to this too.
I grew up with Scottish football and I understand Dundee United’s historical standing in the game. “It’s already a big club but the potential is there for it to continue growing. “I’ve got to deliver success to meet those expectations.