Former Watford boss Javi Gracia confirmed as new Leeds manager on 'flexible contract'

By Conor Pope
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Leeds have confirmed Javi Gracia as the man to lead them in their fight against relegation

Javi Gracia is the new Leeds manager
Javi Gracia is the new Leeds manager (Image credit: Getty Images)

Javi Gracia has been named as the replacement for Jesse Marsh as the new permanent Leeds manager, joining on a "flexible contract".

The Spaniard previously worked in the Premier League as Watford manager, taking over in January 2018 and twice guiding the Hornets to safety, as well as to an FA Cup final.

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Conor Pope
Conor Pope
Online Editor

Conor Pope is the former Online Editor of FourFourTwo, overseeing all digital content. He plays football regularly, and has a large, discerning and ever-growing collection of football shirts from around the world.


He supports Blackburn Rovers and holds a season ticket with south London non-league side Dulwich Hamlet. His main football passions include Tugay, the San Siro and only using a winter ball when it snows.