Blackburn to keep Kean until end of the season

STEVE KEAN has been given the chance to prove his management credentials after Blackburn owners Venky’s yesterday announced he will remain in charge until the end of the season.

The 43-year-old was promoted from first-team coach to caretaker boss following the surprise sacking of Sam Allardyce and assistant Neil McDonald last week.

Indian poultry giants Venky’s, who took over the club last month, stressed they would not be rushing to appoint a permanent successor to Allardyce, and yesterday put their trust in Kean, despite his lack of managerial experience.