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Josh Challies

'Prove all the doubters wrong' - Bristol City fans react to Dean Holden's appointment

Bristol City have appointed Dean Holden as their new head coach, with the 40-year-old formally taking the reigns from Tuesday when the squad returns for pre-season training.

Holden has been appointed as the club’s new boss following Lee Johnson’s departure at the start of July, which came after the collapse of the push for a playoff spot.

The former Oldham Athletic manager was Johnson’s assistant at Ashton Gate before the latter’s exit last month.

Holden was appointed as caretaker manager following the 1-0 defeat to Cardiff City, and the Robins won two out of their five remaining matches with the 40-year-old in charge.

The announcement comes after over a month of speculation regarding the vacant role, with a host of names mentioned.

The Robins fan-base have reacted to Holden’s appointment as the club’s new permanent manager, and here are some of the best ones.

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