Blackpool have found their next manager as they prepare for next season.

The League One club, who were relegated from the Championship this term, are turning to an old acquaintance.

Blackpool have reappointed former Aston Villa assistant manager Neil Critchley as their new head coach.

"It feels special to be back and I'm thoroughly looking forward to the task that lies ahead," Critchley told the official Blackpool website.

"Looking back on my departure 12 months ago, I didn't handle that in the manner I should have done.

"I enjoyed a fantastic relationship with Simon (Sadler, Blackpool owner) previously, and I thank him for this wonderful opportunity to come back to this special football club.

"I look at the club now, and it has had a bump in the road but there is no reason why we can't get back on track.

"It's up to us - and I include myself in that - to reset and become who we were as a group again.

"Collectively, the staff, players and supporters have shared some special moments together, and I know we all want to experience that again, which is what we will be working towards."