INVERNESS CALEDONIAN THISTLE have announced the appointment of Richie Foran as manager on a four-year deal.
The 35-year-old has played for the Highland club since 2009 and now takes over on the bench from the departed John Hughes.
Hughes led Caley to the Scottish Cup in 2014/15 but left after a disappointing campaign in which the club slumped to a seventh-place finish in the Ladbrokes Scottish Premiership.
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“We are delighted to have Richie on board as the new manager of Inverness Caledonian Thistle FC and we believe the length of contract demonstrates commitment on both sides." said club chairman Kenny Cameron.
“The board received and reviewed a high number of applications for the vacant position and Richie quickly became our preferred candidate. This was cemented further during several meetings to discuss the role, his approach and view for the future.
"Our decision that he is the right man to lead the club was unanimous and we look forward to working closely with him on the next stage of what has been a remarkable journey.”
“Richie has been a great asset to the club, both on and off the park, since joining us in 2009. He particularly understands the blend of spirit, values and togetherness that makes the club what it is.
"The influence and passion he exhibited as a player, combined with his clear determination and knowledge will all serve him well when it comes to building on and enhancing the club’s qualities."
“It was only a matter of time before Richie stepped up into a management role and that time has come."
Foran has scored 45 goals in 209 appearances for Inverness and has captained the team since 2010.
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