Leeds United Appoints Javi Gracia As Its New Head Coach

Premier League side, Leeds United has announced the appointment of former Watford boss Javi Gracia as its new head coach on a ‘flexible contract‘.

Jesse Marsch was relieved of his duties by the club on February 6 and U21s coach Michael Skubala took caretaker charge of the past three matches, but a 1-0 defeat on Saturday to relegation rivals Everton has left the club two points from safety.

Gracia, who kept Watford in the Premier League during the 2018-19 season and also led them to the FA Cup final, has been out of work since leaving Al Saad in Qatar last June.

Confirming Gracia’s appointment, Leeds said in a statement: “Leeds United are delighted to announce the club have agreed terms with Javi Gracia to become men’s first team head coach, subject to obtaining a work permit.

“The experienced 52-year-old has agreed on a flexible contract at Elland Road.”

Leeds hosts rock-bottom Southampton in a crucial fixture on Saturday.