John Potter is the new Kelty Hearts boss

Kelty Hearts have named John Potter as their new boss.

The 42-year-old had two previous spells as a player with Dunfermline Athletic.

He has also managed the Pars before.

Potter succeeds Kevin Thomson, who quit the club last month after leading The Maroon Machine to the League Two title in his first season as a manager.

Fife's newest SPFL club are looking forward to playing in League One this coming season.

A statement on the Kelty Hearts website reads: "Kelty Hearts FC are delighted to announce the appointment of our new First Team Manager, John Potter!

"John, who played for Celtic, St Mirren, Clyde and Dunfermline as a player, joins the club with an impressive coaching pedigree.

"The 42-year-old has been assistant manager at clubs such as Hibernian and Sunderland, manager at Dunfermline and most recently, played a massive part at newly promoted, Queens Park.

"John is a young and hungry coach who is determined to bring more success to the football club.

"His values and ambition align with the club and we welcome John to Kelty Hearts!"

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