Ruud Gullit (pictured) has expressed his delight in returning to management after being unveiled as the new coach of Russian Premier League club Terek Grozny.

The former Chelsea and Newcastle United boss has taken his first role since his unsuccessful stint at Los Angles Galaxy and the 48-year-old has been charged with improving their fortunes.

The Chechnya club finished 12th in the table last season under the regime of Anatoly Baidachny and Gullit is looking forward to the challenge ahead.

After penning an 18-month deal, the Dutchman said: "I'm very happy with my contract of a year-and-a-half. Next weekend I will join up with the team and we will begin preparing for the season.

"I look forward to getting back into it and this is a beautiful, great opportunity for me."