Thelin has told Peter Leven he'll keep in 'regular contact' before he makes the move in the summer.
Peter Leven has already spoken to Jimmy Thelin and will provide a regular hotline until he arrives at Pittodrie to make his own big calls.
Leven confirmed: “I had a brief chat with him on the phone, letting him know if he needs anything just to let me know. Whether that’s about games, conversations about players, whatever. I got his number and we arranged a chat. We spoke for a good 20, 25 minutes. “You could see a bit of relief in the clarity for them. It’s really good news. I think for the players, knowing the new manager is there and watching is a good thing. They’ve got something to prove now. The new manager is going to come in and they have to show how good they are to the new coaching team.”
“I’ve been where he has, in terms of travelling a lot for work. I’ve done it for years and hopefully it’ll be an easy transition for him. I’m sure he’s going to watch all the games and keep an eye on training. I asked him if his family was going to come over with him. He’s going to come over first and then get them settled in.
“From what I’ve heard, he develops people. That’s really good for us as coaches, the players, everyone. I’m really looking forward to it.”
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