Former Burnley man handed second managerial role with League Two outfit
Former Burnley goalkeeper has been appointed to his second role in management, taking over at League Two Walsall.
The 43-year-old has been handed a three-year contract at the Bescot Stadium, where he will be tasked with taking the Sadlers back to League One after two failed attempts.
Grant, who made over 100 appearances for Burnley between 2010 and 2013, was previously sacked by Huddersfield Town in January of this year in his first role in management.
The former goalkeeper lasted just eight months in the role, being relieved of his duties despite having the Terriers in a play-off place.
Prior to that, he was part of Kieran McKenna’s coaching staff at Ipswich Town.
“I'm super delighted and proud to be the new head coach of Walsall Football Club," he said.
The Burnley Express has launched a new WhatsApp channel to bring the latest news, analysis and team & injury updates directly to your phone. Simply click this link to join our Burnley Express WhatsApp channel.
“It's been an extensive process and one that's been ongoing for the last couple of weeks and the focus on the conversations that I've had with the hierarchy at the club is on the alignment of where we want this club to be and the vision is shared across the board so that was really pleasing for me.
“I feel fortunate to have had the journey that I've had, I've worked with some top professionals across a long playing career and I've had the experiences and exposure in three different leagues with Ipswich Town and Huddersfield Town respectively and these experiences have helped shape me into the coach I am today.
“The teams I've been involved in have scored lots of goals and there's been a good development of players and my ideas around that are strong - it's going to be a busy period for myself and the club but I'm really excited to get going, help the football club progress and I very much look forward to getting to work.”
Your next Burnley FC read: Mike Jackson lays down Loum Tchaouna Burnley demand after improved displays