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Barnsley appoint Oldham Athletic's Lee Johnson as manager

Lee Johnson leaves Oldham to become the head coach of League One rivals Barnsley on a contract until 2018.

Lee Johnson has left Oldham Athletic to become the head coach of Barnsley on a contract until 2018.

The Tykes have been looking for a new manager since sacking the experienced Danny Wilson earlier this month and feel that Johnson fits the bill.

The 33-year-old, who oversaw Oldham's rise from relegation contenders to League One playoff hopefuls after taking over in March 2013, impressed the Barnsley board with his thoroughness, enthusiasm and passion.

A statement on the club's official website read: "From the outset the Board determined that it was seeking young candidates with strong coaching credentials and astute tactical awareness. A clear and attractive football philosophy and a viable plan to implement that philosophy was also sought. The Board also gave some credit for a knowledge of our Club's current playing contingent, the teams in our division and proven ability to recruit players with development potential.

"A small number of candidates were interviewed and Lee Johnson was selected as significantly the best of these. He met the selection criteria established and also produced a specific plan for Barnsley Football Club for his first 100 days in charge. This included a playing strategy, specific tactics, identified current weaknesses and credible recruitment targets to strengthen our team.

The Board believes that everyone will like Lee's personality. He is honest, passionate and a good communicator. Lee believes strongly in fan engagement. He is ambitious and has a clear vision for the development of our Club going forward. Let's give him our full support!"

Johnson will take his new side to Boundary Park to face Oldham, who are currently three points above the Reds in the table, on March 14.

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Oldham manager Lee Johnson looks on during the Sky Bet League One match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Oldham Athletic at Molineux on October 22, 2013
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