Scott Parker (right) was first-team coach prior to Claudio Ranieri's dismissalFulham caretaker manager Scott Parker has "mixed emotions" after replacing Claudio Ranieri and says his role is "definitely an audition". Italian Ranieri was sacked on Thursday after 106 days in charge, and replaced by first-team coach Parker. "As a young person in this position, I'm very grateful," said former England midfielder Parker, 39. "It's mixed emotions, what with sitting where we are in the league and Claudio losing his job, but the flipside is one of excitement. Parker said he has spoken to Ranieri, adding: "He is truly classy in every sense.

Source: BBC March 01, 2019 14:48 UTC