Michael Beale has been announced as the new manager of Belgian side Zulte Waregem on a two-year deal.
The former Rangers coach and manager has been out of work, following his exit from Al-Ettifaq in the Saudi Pro League last year.
Welkom Michael Beale! 👔 🤝 Essevee stelt Michael Beale aan als nieuwe hoofdcoach. Steve Colpaert wordt assistent-coach. 👉 Ontdek alle informatie over onze nieuwe coach via https://t.co/2jHAeUgsuu pic.twitter.com/MbXPWVHwzc
— SV Zulte Waregem (@esseveeofficial) May 19, 2026
Now, after two years out of the game as manager, he has joined the West Flanders-based side, who avoided relegation in Belgium's top flight. Speaking to club media, Beale said, "Over the past few weeks, I have got to know the club very well.
"Discussions with the sporting staff have shown that our ambitions and footballing vision are very much aligned. It is an honour for me to be able to lead a club like Zulte Waregem.
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"Together with the staff, we are now preparing for the new football season and finalising the composition of our coaching team.
"I look forward to meeting the fans for the first time at the start of the new season."
Sporting director Niels Leroy added, "The appointment of Michael as head coach is a new step for us towards sporting stability and ambition. During our discussions, Michael made a strong impression and was able to perfectly align his footballing vision with the qualities of our team.
"Last season, Steve Colpaert and the coaching staff managed to secure our league status early on. We are therefore convinced that they will provide Michael with the perfect support in his ambition to raise the bar a little higher every year."
