Championship managerial change confirmed as Evans returns to Rotherham

Rotherham have sacked Leam Richardson and appointed Steve Evans as their new manager.

Richardson’s sacking comes a couple of weeks after the Millers’ relegation to League One was confirmed.

The former Wigan boss took charge in December with the side already bottom of the Championship table.

He was unable to change their fortunes and relegation was sealed following a 1-0 defeat against Plymouth earlier this month.

Evans returns to the New York Stadium for a second spell in charge and has put pen to paper over a deal running until 2027, along with assistant Paul Raynor.

The 61-year-old leaves his role at Stevenage, who are currently ninth in League One and six points off the play-offs.

Chairman Tony Stewart told the club website: “On behalf of everyone at Rotherham United, I’m absolutely delighted to welcome Steve Evans and Paul Raynor back to the football club.

“Leam and Rob’s departure was not something we took lightly but following extensive conversations at board level, it was unanimously agreed that a change of direction was needed to give us the best possible chance of bouncing back to the Championship at the first time of asking.

“In Steve and Paul, we have two individuals that understand the Rotherham United ‘DNA’ and know what it takes to build a successful team. They have a proven track record of success at a plethora of clubs, including our own.

“Finally, I would like to place on record my thanks to Leam Richardson and Rob Kelly for their efforts and it goes without saying that they leave with the very best wishes of everyone here at Rotherham United.”

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