Walsall have appointed former Huddersfield Town boss Lee Grant as the club's new head coach. Grant, 43, has signed a three-year contract at the Pallet-Track Bescot Stadium, taking over from Darren Byfield, who served as interim manager after the sacking of Mat Sadler in March. The Saddlers finished the League Two season in 13th place, 13 points away from the play-offs, despite being at the top of the table during Christmas. Grant expressed his excitement about the role, stating he is 'super delighted and proud' to lead the team into the next season.

Having previously worked as part of the Ipswich coaching team that achieved successive promotions to the Premier League, Grant brings valuable experience to Walsall. He was appointed Huddersfield boss in May 2025 but was sacked after just eight months, despite the team sitting sixth in League One at the time. Walsall's head of football, Stewart Mairs, emphasized the thorough process in selecting Grant, highlighting his strong understanding of the modern game and his desire to develop the club further.

Mairs noted that the club was clear about the type of leader they wanted, someone who could drive standards and help the team progress. Grant's appointment is seen as a significant step forward for Walsall, as they aim to improve their performance in the upcoming season. With a focus on player development and an attacking style of play, fans are hopeful that Grant will lead the club back to contention for promotion in League Two.