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Bristol City appoint Nigel Pearson as new manager on deal until the end of the season with ex-Leicester boss to be in the stands on Tuesday night for clash against Middlesbrough

Nigel Pearson was named Bristol City’s new boss last night, agreeing a deal until the end of the season.

The 57-year-old will be in the stands for Tuesday night's game at Middlesbrough and take charge of the team at Swansea on Saturday.

Forrmer Leicester boss Pearson replaces Dean Holden after he was sacked by the out-of-form Robins last Tuesday.

Bristol City have named Nigel Pearson as manager on a deal until the end of the season

City chairman Jon Lansdown told the club's official website: 'Nigel gives us the leadership and direction we need to lift the players' confidence and to turn our form around.

'The initial appointment is until the end of the season, when we will reassess the situation, hopefully with a view to the long term.