OLDHAM Athletic have announced Micky Mellon as manager.

The former Fleetwood Town and Tranmere Rovers boss replaces David Unsworth in charge of the Latics.

Mellon told the club's website: “This is a hugely exciting opportunity at a wonderful football club and I am determined to deliver the success that everyone here craves.

“The aspirations of the club and the developments in recent times mean it is a genuine privilege to be joining Oldham Athletic at this juncture.

"There is so much potential here and the scope to achieve something very special."

Oldham are currently 12th in the National League table.