Robson targets survival

I'm hoping we can use the loan market and call on a few friends out there to help us along the way Bryan Robson

Bryan Robson will be aiming to freshen up the Bradford squad with new faces after being officially unveiled as the club's new manager.

Former England and Manchester United midfielder Robson has signed a contract until the end of the season and says his primary aim is Division One survival for the Bantams.

"We have to instil confidence in the players," said Robson.

"We haven't got the money to spend and I'm hoping we can use the loan market and call on a few friends out there to help us along the way.

"A few fresh faces would give us a lift but I think there is a lot of talent here anyway.

I'm just looking forward to getting back into the coaching side Bryan Robson

"Players like Dean Windass, Jason Gavin and David Wetherall have all played in the Premiership and when we get them on the pitch and enjoying their football then we should get good results."

Robson's tenure at Valley Parade seems to be dependant on whether he can steer the club to safety with assistant manager Colin Todd.

Todd was interviewed for the managerial job, along with Robson, on Monday and, even though he did not get the post, he took the chance to assist Robson when asked.

Todd said: "There is no reason why we can't turn this club around. We need to make things happen quickly and I'm sure we can."

Robson has taken over at Bradford from Nicky Law who was sacked three weeks ago after a run of 11 league games without victory.

He has been out of management since leaving Middlesbrough nearly three years ago.

He added: "When I went across to see the chairman Gordon Gibb I was impressed with how they have changed this club around and I thought this is a step for me where I can get my foot in the door.

"Hopefully I can achieve what me and Colin Todd have come to do and keep the club in Division One.

"And I'm just looking forward to getting back into the coaching side."

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