National League side Salford City have made a huge statement of intent by appointing Graham Alexander as their new manager.
City have moved quickly to secure the services of former Scunthorpe boss Alexander following the departures of co-managers Anthony Johnson and Bernard Morley last week.
Alexander, sacked by Scunthorpe in March, will be assisted by Chris Lucketti.
Co-owner Gary Neville told Salford's official website: “After what happened last week we had to react quickly. Sporting director, Chris Casper, led the process and when he made the club aware of the opportunity to secure someone of Graham’s experience and credibility we moved decisively.
"We have acquired the highest quality of manager in Graham to continue the great work that has been done over the last four seasons.
"We have had stability at this club and we now look forward to a new chapter with Graham, who has accepted a four year deal at SCFC"
Alexander added: "During my first meeting with Chris and then later with Gary I was immediately impressed by the scale of the ambition this club and the owners have.
"It has made rapid progress over the last four years and I am delighted they have asked myself and Chris to spearhead the next stage of the club’s development.
As a manager you have to look for certain aspects of what can be achieved at a new club and the possibilities here are boundless.
"There is a great deal of work to be done on and off the pitch to fulfil the potential of Salford City and I can’t wait to get started.
"Even though this season has just ended, our work in preparation for the club’s first season at National level will continue throughout the summer.
"I look forward to meeting everybody connected with SCFC and developing the relationships which are so important to any club’s success."
