Alec Cleland has been appointed caretaker manager of St Johnstone’s following Tommy Wright’s departure.
Cleland joined the club back in 2011, initially as a youth-team coach before being promoted to the role of first-team coach.
In June 2018, following Callum Davidson’s departure to Stoke, he was promoted to assistant manager and has played a key role in Saints’ success.
A Saints spokesperson confirmed: “Following this morning’s announcement regarding Tommy Wright’s departure from St Johnstone Football Club, the board would like to update supporters on the situation moving forward.
“Alec Cleland will assume first-team responsibilities as caretaker manager until further notice.
“This is a role which Alec has taken on before and the board are delighted that he has taken charge in the interim.
“The club will begin its search for a new first-team-manager once the COVID-19 situation in respect of football is clarified, as mentioned in the previous statement.
“We will continue to keep supporters updated as and when more information becomes available.”
