Could not subscribe, try again later Invalid EmailJoey Barton has been appointed the new head coach of League One side Fleetwood Town. Former Manchester City and Burnley midfielder Barton will officially take charge on June 2, when his suspension for breaching betting rules ends. “I’m very excited by the challenge and the project at Fleetwood Town," said Barton. (Image: SNS Group 0141 221 3602)(Image: SNS Group 0141 221 3602)(Image: Daily Mirror)Speaking to the club's official website, Pilley added: “This is a huge appointment for Fleetwood Town Football Club and one I’m very excited about. “Today’s news signals a new chapter for Fleetwood Town which starts on June 2nd, and one which we are all excited about.”Fleetwood were in the League One playoffs last season under Uwe Rosler, losing to Millwall in the semi-finals.

Source: Daily Mirror April 18, 2018 14:43 UTC