Peter Cklamovski, a former assistant coach under Ange Postecoglou, has been named the new manager of Salford City. Cklamovski, who recently completed an extended family holiday in England, was contacted by Gavin Fleig, CEO of Salford City, during his visit to London. The opportunity to work with the club felt right to Cklamovski, who had no intention of seeking a job in England initially.
Cklamovski has a strong reputation in Asian football, having managed in Japan for seven years across three clubs and in Malaysia for 18 months. His journey with Postecoglou, who he considers a mentor, was instrumental in shaping his coaching philosophy. Cklamovski emphasizes his independence, stating that he wants to build his own legacy while carrying forward the lessons learned from Postecoglou.
Salford City is investing heavily in their summer recruitment, with notable signings including Macaulay Langstaff from Championship Millwall and Luke Molyneux from Doncaster Rovers. Cklamovski is excited about the club's ambition and believes that the signings reflect the club's vision.
The appointment of Cklamovski is seen as a bold move by Salford City, given that he has no managerial or coaching experience outside of Asia. Cklamovski acknowledges that there may be a process for players to get to know him, but he is confident that his work will speak for itself.
Cklamovski is set to bring a new style of football to Salford City, characterized by risk-taking, aggressive pressing, and attacking play. This approach is inspired by his mentor's success in Australia and Japan and is expected to test the limits of English football in the fourth tier.
With the club aiming for promotion to League One, Cklamovski is optimistic about the future. He believes that with the right work and evidence-based approach, the club can achieve its goals and create something special.
The journey ahead is challenging, but Cklamovski is excited to take on the new challenge and build a new chapter in his career. He sees this as a new opportunity to pursue his passion for European football and enhance his reputation on a new continent.
