Kinnear's arrival puts Fuccillo's position in doubt
Wednesday, 7 February 2001 15:48Joe Kinnear was today confirmed as Second Division Luton Town's director of football. The Hatters are struggling in 23rd position and it is hoped that Kinnear's appointment will signal a change in the club's fortunes. The former Wimbledon manager recently left a similar post at the Second Division's bottom club, Oxford United.
"I am delighted to be involved with Luton and believe the club has huge potential," Kinnear said. "My role is to ensure that this potential is realised on the field of play and that the club quickly regains some of the ground it has lost in recent years."
Kinnear's arrival at Kenilworth Road leaves current manager Lil Fuccillo's position in some doubt and it is unclear whether he will remain at the club alongside Kinnear.
"I am delighted Joe has decided to join us and am confident that his vast experience and energy will assist the club to gain some of its past glories," Luton chairman Mike Watson-Challis said. "Joe will be responsible for all football matters, reporting directly to the board and we wish him every success in his new position."
Filed by Sinéad Kissane
