Gullit lands Russian role

Former LA Galaxy boss Ruud Gullit will make his return to football after signing on as manager of Russian Premier League side Terek Grozny.

The 48-year-old has not managed since quitting the Galaxy in 2008, but has signed an 18-month deal with Terek, who finished 12th in the Russian top flight last season.

“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,” Gullit said.

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

Gullit has reportedly been set the target of a top eight finish with the Chechen club, but could face a challenge settling into life in the war-torn Russian province.

The Dutchman made his name as a player with AC Milan, winning three Serie A titles and two European Cups during his time at the San Siro.

He has since gone on to manage some of the biggest clubs in Europe, including Chelsea, Newcastle and Feyenoord, before moving across the Atlantic to take the reins at MLS franchise Los Angeles.

Gullit will not have an easy start to his time in Russia, with Terek scheduled to face defending champions Zenit St Petersburg in their season-opener on March 10.