Kilmarnock supervisor Derek McInnes has signed a contract extension that can see him keep at Rugby Park till 2027.
The 52-year-old joined the membership in January 2022 and led Kilmarnock from fourth within the Scottish Championship to fourth within the Scottish Premiership and securing a spot within the Europa League.
On signing his new deal, McInnes stated: “Kilmarnock is a improbable place to work and I get pleasure from it daily, I come to work with a smile on my face, everybody right here could be very supportive, from the workers to the board.
“The reward for this season is the European video games, that is our subsequent sport and we’ll await it.
“The demand will change subsequent season, so I am simply going to get pleasure from it now as a result of I do know I will not have the ability to get pleasure from it for too lengthy!”
Phyllis Carroll, managing director of Kilmarnock, added: “Derek’s dedication to the membership supplies the muse and stability wanted to implement long-term plans that can positively impression our crew standings and strengthen youth pathways, a fantastic instance of which is the introduction of David Watson to the primary crew. who has worn the captain’s armband ever since.
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Kilmarnock ended their profitable season with a draw in opposition to Dundee.
“Earlier this week we additionally introduced that 5 extra younger gamers have signed their first skilled contracts – that is essential for the way forward for the membership.
“It is vital that we develop a long-term technique for the membership in order that we proceed to enhance on and off the park. Derek is an important a part of our projected development and we imagine that over time, beneath his management, we’ll construct a a lot stronger Kilmarnock for our supporters and the following era of Killie followers.”
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