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Bass named first FC Isle of Man manager

FC IoM Sporting Director Paul Jones welcomes Chris Bass (right)

Geordies boss signs up for English adventure

FC Isle of Man have appointed Chris Bass as their first ever manager.

Bass has spent the last two decades managing St George's, turning them into one of the most dominant sides in Manx football history.

Under his stewardship they've won more than 40 trophies, including 13 of the last 16 league titles and three Grand Slams.

FC Isle of Man have been set up to enter the English football system, with the aim of becoming a professional club within 10 to 12 years.

They'll enter the North West Counties Football League for the 2020/21 season.

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