Southampton They confirmed the appointment of Ivan Juric as their new head coach on Saturday ahead of the clash with them Fulham sunday
Juric replaces Russell Martin, who was fired after 5-0 loss against Tottenham Hotspur last sunday
“I’m very pleased,” Juric said after signing the 18-month contract. “I think it’s a really big challenge but I’m very optimistic because I’ve seen a team that can do better.
“It’s important to connect with the supporters immediately. I want an attacking team and I think the Southampton fans will love that.”
Juric most recently coached AS Roma Earlier this season, he managed 12 games earlier this season as a replacement for Daniele De Rossi. Before the ax.
The Croatian coach also spelled Genoa And Torino Serie A.
Southampton are at the bottom Premier League Five points in 16 matches, just one win.
Juric said he wants the team to be “more aggressive” and “press a lot more”.
“We have to be quick to change our mentality because that’s my idea of ​​football,” he added.
