Blackwell takes Elland Road hotseat as director apologises

NEW Leeds manager Kevin Blackwell has been given a personal apology by director Simon Morris following the farce which almost led to him turning his back on the club.

Blackwell yesterday finally took over at Elland Road, signing a two-year contract 48 hours after his future was thrown into doubt and he was led to consider his position.

The 45-year-old, who steps up from his previous role as head coach to former managers Peter Reid and Eddie Gray, was unanimously voted into office on Friday by the directors, with an announcement to confirm the appointment expected 72 hours later.