Lennon signs two-year deal to stay at Dunfermline

Former Celtic boss Neil Lennon has agreed a deal to continue as manager of Dunfermline Athletic for the next two years.

Lennon was brought in by the Pars in March with Dunfermline struggling to maintain their place in the Scottish Championship.

However after guiding the club to safety he has now accepted the offer of a two-year contract with the aim of leading the Fife club back into the top flight of Scottish football.

"This is an important moment for Dunfermline Athletic," said Dunfermline chief executive David Cook.

"Confirming the appointment of Neil is a clear statement of our intent to build something meaningful and competitive.

"His leadership during the latter part of last season was outstanding, and he brings a wealth of experience, professionalism and presence that has already made a significant impact around the club."

Lennon, who has also managed Hibernian and Bolton Wanderers, will remain in charge at East End Park until the summer of 2027 along with his assistant Iain Brunskill.

He was appointed four days after the sacking of Michael Tidser, with the Pars sitting in the relegation play-off spot in the Championship having won just once in eight games.

Tidser had lasted only 60 days after Dunfermline had negotiated a compensation fee with League 1 neighbours Kelty Hearts.

Lennon had himself been dismissed by Rapid Bucharest in August after only three months in charge of the Romanian top-flight club.