AIDY Boothroyd has been officially unveiled as Coventry City manager.

AIDY Boothroyd has been officially unveiled as Coventry City manager.

Speaking at the Rioch Arena, the former Colchester boss said: “I got a call on Monday from the Colchester chairman telling me about the interest and I said straight away that I would be delighted to talk to the chairman (Ray Ranson).

“Robbie Cowling was a terrific guy to work for so it was difficult, but having met Ray I knew straight away that I could build a relationship with him and that we could go on and do some good things together.

“It wasn’t too difficult a decision though because of what this club is and what it can be. I want to be the best I can be as a manager.”

U’s chairman Robbie Cowling said: “Although Aidy was only with Colchester for just under nine months, he has made a big impression at our club and that has obviously not gone unnoticed.

“In that time I have enjoyed working with Aidy and I wish him every success in his new role.

“Although Aidy’s departure is unexpected, there are opportunities in every problem and I am very confident that the next manager of Colchester United will, with our support, be chasing promotion honours next season.

“Finally, I would like to thank Coventry City’s chairman, Ray Ranson, for the professional manner in which he conducted himself during this matter.”