Former Mansfield Town defender Jake Buxton honoured to be named new Burton Albion manager... as Nigel Clough steps down

Ex-Stags youth product to cut managerial teeth at Pirelli Stadium
Jake Buxton in action for Town. Photo: GettyImagesJake Buxton in action for Town. Photo: GettyImages
Jake Buxton in action for Town. Photo: GettyImages

Former Mansfield Town defender Jake Buxton is the new player-manager of Burton Albion.

The 35-year-old, who came through the Stags' youth system before making 151 first-team appearances between 2002 and 2008, will take over dug-out duties at the League One club after it was announced Nigel Clough was stepping down from the role.

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“I want to thank the chairman (Ben Robinson) for giving me this tremendous opportunity," Buxton told the Albion club website.

"It’s an immense honour to follow in the footsteps of Nigel Clough who has achieved so much in the game, especially here at Burton Albion, and who has helped me progress throughout my career.

“I hope that I can now help bring more memorable moments to Burton Albion in the seasons to come.”

Clough will step away in the coming weeks with Buxton taking up the role when his current playing contract expires.

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Brewers chairman Ben Robinson said: “Jake Buxton is the natural choice to take over as player/manager as he knows the club inside and out.

"He continues our long tradition of giving young managers an opportunity and I’m sure he will go on to be as successful as he has been on the field.”

Buxton has had two spells with the Brewers and has also turned out for Derby County and Wigan Athletic.

Clough added: “We couldn’t leave the club in better hands than with Jake, who as captain has shown himself to be a respected leader on and off the pitch.

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"It’s a great opportunity for him and there is no better club at which to make your start in management.

"We are sure Jake will benefit from the experience and continuity of having as many of the current backroom staff as possible supporting him.”