New Derby County boss Paul Jewell says he's arrived to save the club from relegation.
Jewell has been handed a three-and-a-half-year deal at Pride Park and speaking about his appointment, Jewell insisted he would not "wave the white flag" in the club's battle with relegation.
"It's going to be very difficult but I'm not here to wave the white flag. We're not adrift."
Jewell added: "I've taken time out of football to reflect on how I can get better. That time has not just been spent playing golf, I've done a lot of travelling and watched a lot of football.
"We're in a struggling situation but all is not lost and I'm here for the long term to try and get the club strong and upward and in the right direction.
"Every challenge is a big challenge - be it Bradford, Sheffield Wednesday or Wigan, but this one really excites me. There is a lot of history in this football club but the history doesn't count for a lot these days.
"I think we can move the club forward."
Jewell insisted he had never had contact with chairman Adam Pearson before a phone call on Tuesday and was clear that nothing definite had yet been discussed regarding transfers.
That was a major bone of contention during the Billy Davies era, but Jewell is wary of overspending in the next transfer window.
"The chairman called me yesterday, it was the first time I've spoken to him ever - despite what people might think.
"People always ask about money but we want to move forward, there will be money available if and when we want to strengthen.
"People talk about the January window but you have to be careful about who you bring in. I've watched a lot of matches and there's players I'd like to bring in if and when it is possible.
"Let January look after itself, we're looking now to Sunderland (on Saturday)."
With the players on a day off, Jewell will have to wait until Thursday to work with his new squad.
Jewell added: "I'm looking forward to getting on the training pitch again.
"Sunderland's another game, a very crucial six-pointer if you like."
