Chapman pledge to turn tide at Clyde
NEW Clyde boss Jim Chapman has warned his Broadwood squad that even he doesn’t like himself when he’s in the dugout.
Chapman was appointed the new Bully Wee manager over the weekend after more than four years in charge of Annan Athletic.
The 51-year-old takes over after players Peter MacDonald and Jon Paul McGovern saw the team through to the end of the season and staved off relegation following the resignation of Barry Ferguson in Februrary.
And the former Albion Rovers and Dumbarton boss is desperate to bring success to his new club – and will do whatever it takes to deliver.
He said: “I’ll be honest, I don’t even like myself between 3pm and 5pm on a Saturday Because I know the importance of getting three points and the impact it has on the bigger picture of the club.
“To me, there’s no reason why Clyde can’t be the best part-time team in Scotland. I’ll do everything I can to make Clyde successful.
“I’ve been involved in Scottish football for long enough and you look at the potential that each club has.
“I know exactly what Clyde stands for and what it means to the fans.
“When I met the new chairman, he was infectious and the plans he has for the club are exciting.
“For me, it’s an excellent fit with what I feel that my strengths are as well.
“I’m really looking forward to this exciting opportunity. We know it’s going to be tough and it’s a massive challenge, but with that kind of enthusiasm and positivity about the club, there’s no reason why we can’t go to where we want to go to.”
Chapman will start in his new job next Monday and admits players will have to wait until then to discover their futures.
He told the club’s website: “Some players are already contracted but some are sitting in limbo, just like every club.
“I intend to meet with the squad as soon as possible after my break and we will tell the players how we work and what we are expecting.
“If they buy into that, then there’s no reason why they can’t be here. If not, then I’m not afraid to make tough decisions.”