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Motherwell hires Alfred Johansson as new manager ahead of season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 1:35 PM

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Motherwell hires Alfred Johansson as new manager ahead of season
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Motherwell FC has appointed Alfred Johansson as their new manager following the exit of Jens Berthel Askou. Johansson, 35, comes from Norwegian club Rosenborg, where he faced challenges before his recent departure. Chairman Kyrk Macmillan emphasized the club's commitment to data-driven recruitment, highlighting Johansson's potential to continue the club's successful trajectory. Johansson, who has not played professionally, has a background in coaching youth teams in Sweden and Denmark. He aims to build on last season's achievements as the team prepares for European competition next month.

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  • •Alfred Johansson replaces Jens Berthel Askou as Motherwell's manager.
  • •Johansson previously coached Rosenborg and emphasized a data-driven approach.
  • •His first match will be against Havnar Boltfelag in July.
  • •Chairman Kyrk Macmillan praised Johansson's ambition and fit for the club.
  • •Last season, Motherwell finished fourth in the Premiership under Askou.
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  • 1:35 PMYahoo Sports — Europe-bound Motherwell appoint little-known Swedish manager after putting faith in data again
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Motherwell have named their new manager following the departure of Jens Berthel Askou

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