Doncaster have announced the appointment of Danny Schofield as their new head coach.

Former Huddersfield boss Schofield, who was sacked after just 69 days in charge, has signed a one-year rolling contract at the Sky Bet League Two club and replaces Gary McSheffrey following his departure in the wake of Saturday’s 3-0 defeat at Carlisle.

“The initial feeling is excitement. I’m really looking forward to the challenge and I appreciate the opportunity. I’m looking forward to getting to work,” Schofield said on the Doncaster website.

“This is a new challenge and one I’m ready to give my a...