Dunfermline Athletic have named former Queen of the South and Kilmarnock boss Allan Johnston as their new manager.
It was recently announced that John Potter - who replaced Jim Jefferies midway through the season - would be returning to a coaching role and Johnston has now been tasked with reviving the fortunes of the East End Park club, who finished seventh in League 1 in 2014/15.
The 41-year-old former Scotland, Hearts, Sunderland and Rangers winger left Rugby Park earlier this year and has agreed an initial one-year deal with the Pars.
A statement on the Dunfermline website read: "We received over 75 excellent applications for the vacancy, but it was evident that Allan was the outstanding candidate.
"Even before interviewing Allan, the Board undertook extensive research by speaking to many respected people within Scottish football and it was clear that he was very well regarded.
"From our discussions, at an early stage our ambitions closely met Allan’s and it is obvious that he has a steely determination to succeed at Dunfermline Athletic Football Club.
"We hope today’s announcement will provide a welcome boost to our loyal supporters, after the difficulties we have faced this season, and allow everyone at East End Park to look forward with renewed optimism."
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