Partick Thistle Appoints Mark Wilson New Head Coach

Partick Thistle has appointed former Celtic defender Mark Wilson as their permanent head coach after he served as interim co-manager alongside Brian Graham. Wilson, 40, who previously managed Brechin City and Airdrieonians, was chosen following a thorough recruitment process that included interviews with several candidates such as Graham, Dougie Imrie, James McPake, and Paul Caddis. Chairman Richard Beastall emphasized Wilson's strong leadership, knowledge, and commitment to promoting talent within the club as key factors in the decision. Wilson expressed enthusiasm for the role and the busy summer ahead, while Graham stepped down from his position as manager of the women's team and withdrew from consideration for the men's role. The club clarified that the head coach role focuses on training, tactics, squad development, and player recruitment input, with contract negotiations handled separately by the sporting director. This appointment marks Wilson's first managerial role since leaving Brechin City in 2022 and signals the club's confidence in his long-term vision for Partick Thistle.