Michael Jolley takes the reins from Dave McNabb at Bury FC

Bury Football Club have appointed former Barrow AFC and Grimsby Town boss Michael Jolley as their new first-team manager following an extensive selection process.

Jolley arrives at Gigg Lane with a wealth of coaching experience. A Cambridge University graduate with an MA in Economics and a UEFA Pro Licence, he most recently managed in the fourth tier of Spanish football.

Since 2004, Jolley has worked across respected academies and clubs, including Crystal Palace, Nottingham Forest, Lincoln City, Crewe Alexandra and Burnley, where he led the Under-23s and helped develop young talent.

His first senior managerial role came in Sweden with AFC Eskilstuna in the Allsvenskan before he returned to England to take charge of the League Two Mariners.

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Potential

Jolley arrives following a reshuffle that saw former manager Dave McNabb step up into a head of football operations role at the club.

Upon taking charge of the Shakers, he said: “I’m excited to join. I think it’s a unique opportunity.

“The journey this club has been on has been well documented, but it’s a club with huge growth potential, with a passionate and loyal fanbase that’s a huge appeal.

“The fans will be central to my thinking, in terms of the choices we make, how we play, and the type of players we sign.

“They have to represent Bury in the right way.”

In a statement, the club added: “As we embark on the next chapter, Michael’s blend of strategic expertise, coaching pedigree, and global management experience makes him the right leader to inspire our squad and unite our supporters.

“His ambition aligns with our club’s values, building success from the grassroots up and playing football with heart and intelligence.”

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