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Alex Neil: Sunderland boss leaves to become Stoke City's new manager

Stoke City have appointed Alex Neil as manager, following his departure from Championship rivals Sunderland.

The 41-year-old Scot succeeds Michael O'Neill as the Potters' fourth boss on a permanent basis since being relegated from the Premier League in 2018.

Bellshill-born Neil, who began his managerial career with Hamilton Academicals in 2013, only moved to Wearside in February.

But he led the Black Cats to promotion in the League One play-off final.

Stoke joint-chairman John Coates said Neil was the club's "number one choice" in the search for a new manager.

"I'm delighted we have secured his services so quickly," he said.