Athlone man Alan Sheehan appointed permanent Swansea City manager

Sheehan said the appointment felt "surreal".

Swansea have won 23 points in 12 games since Alan Sheehan took charge following the departure of Luke Williams. Pic: Steven Paston/PA Wire.

Former Ireland U21 international, Athlone native Alan Sheehan, has been upgraded from caretaker to permanent manager of Swansea City on a three-year deal.

Since the departure of Luke Williams, the 38-year-old has impressed bosses by allaying fears of relegation from the Championship.