After 140 applicants, some of whom were well known "household names" with experience (according to the board), I find it surprising that McSheffrey was the best candidate - especially when it seems he needs a mentor to support him "for which recruitment will start straight away" according to today's announcement. It all seems rather strange, as he has been given the title of manager, not head coach. I can't help wondering whether that mentor would have been a better choice for manager.
I wish him well, but I am not too optimistic for the rest of this season.